Technical Lead Manager, Autonomy Evaluation and Intelligence

About the role

Nuro is seeking a leader to oversee the assessment and intelligence frameworks for our autonomous driving systems. You will guide a team focused on validating the performance and safety of the Nuro Driver software as we expand into robotaxi and consumer vehicle markets. In this capacity, you will own the strategic direction of evaluation programs that verify the robustness of autonomy features. The role requires synthesizing complex test data into actionable intelligence that directly informs software development and deployment decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring that our evaluation frameworks keep pace with the rapid evolution of the autonomous vehicle software stack. This position sits at the intersection of engineering rigor and product strategy, translating validation results into high-confidence releases. The manager in this role will act as the primary architect of how we measure and understand the capabilities of the Nuro Driver in diverse scenarios. Your work will directly impact the reliability and safety posture of our software as we pivot toward licensing our technology.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Architect and iterate on the core evaluation methodologies that determine the capabilities of our autonomous driving software.
• Lead and grow a team of engineers dedicated to assessing system performance, defining intelligence metrics, and driving testing innovation.
• Partner with product and engineering leaders to align evaluation strategies with the transition from delivery robotics to licensed automotive software.
• Design and implement testing protocols and metrics that establish the safety, reliability, and performance baselines for the Nuro Driver.
• Analyze large volumes of operational data to identify edge cases, system weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement in autonomy logic.
• Develop frameworks for real-world and simulation testing that provide comprehensive coverage of driving scenarios and operational design domains.
• Serve as the technical authority in defining the criteria for software release approval and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Liaise with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure evaluation findings are integrated into the software development lifecycle.
• Drive the creation of internal intelligence reports that inform high-level strategic decisions regarding product direction and risk management.
• Establish best practices and documentation standards for evaluation procedures to ensure consistency and scalability across the autonomy organization.
• Oversee the implementation of data collection strategies that feed into long-term learning and improvement of the autonomy stack.
• Champion the adoption of new evaluation tools and techniques to maintain a leading edge in autonomy validation.
• Collaborate with safety and compliance teams to ensure that evaluation processes meet or exceed industry standards.
• Guide the team in the creation of scenario libraries that capture the complexities of urban and suburban driving environments.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a technical leadership or management capacity within the autonomous vehicle industry.
• Possess a strong background in software evaluation, testing, or validation specifically for complex robotics systems.
• Show a proven ability to manage technical roadmaps and deliver results in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
• Have a history of mentoring engineering staff and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills to convey intricate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Bring a deep understanding of the challenges associated with deploying software in safety-critical physical systems.
• Display competence in interpreting and defining quantitative metrics that reflect system performance and safety.
• Commit to working in alignment with Nuro's mission and operational model focused on autonomy.

Nice to have

• Direct experience with licensing autonomous technology to third-party automotive partners.
• Familiarity with large-scale simulation environments or real-world testing frameworks specific to self-driving vehicles.

Practical notes

• Nuro recently secured 106 million dollars in funding to support the shift toward licensing autonomous driving software.
• The company is currently pivoting its focus from delivery-specific robots to broader applications including robotaxis and personally owned autonomous vehicles.
• This is a full-time position based in Mountain View, California, at our headquarters location.
• Engagement is full-time, requiring standard business hours and availability for critical testing and evaluation milestones.
• Travel may be required to observe testing operations, engage with partner teams, or validate scenarios in real-world conditions.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship for this role at this time.
• This role is integral to the continued development of the Nuro Driver and the future of autonomy within the company.