Director, AI & Insights

Zoox is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Applied AI & Insights to lead our enterprise-wide transformation through data and artificial intelligence. This role will focus on two core areas : driving AI-powered productivity across business functions—including Finance, HR, IT, Marketing, and Supply Chain—by developing and deploying scalable AI platforms and tools; and building a world-class enterprise business intelligence capability to deliver robust financial, operational, and strategic insights. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in AI / ML and data architecture with a strong understanding of business operations and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams. This position is critical to shaping Zoox’s data strategy and delivering measurable business impact.

In this role, you will :

• Lead the development and deployment of AI-powered platforms and tools that enhance productivity across core business functions such as Finance, HR, IT, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement off-the-shelf AI agents to streamline operations, reduce costs, and accelerate business processes.
• Architect and build a scalable enterprise business intelligence (BI) and analytics infrastructure to support high-quality financial, operational, and strategic reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to translate business needs into data and AI solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Manage and grow a high-performing team of AI, data, and analytics professionals, fostering innovation, operational excellence, and a data-driven culture.

Qualifications

Bonus Qualifications

$363,000 - $436,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position : salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note :

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

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