AV Compliance Lead (Fleet & Operator Compliance)

Waymo, a leader in autonomous driving technology, as the AV Compliance Lead. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy for vehicle and operator compliance, building relationships with regulators and government agencies, and managing compliance activities. You will work closely with various teams, including engineering, product, strategy, and operations, to ensure compliance with global regulations and drive the company's rapid global scaling.

Responsibilities

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule and a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development.
• Own and execute a comprehensive strategy and implementation plan for Waymo vehicle and operator compliance activities to enable the company’s rapid global scaling.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, government agencies, and vendors, and provide close, active oversight of fleet and operator compliance vendors.
• Scale Waymo’s fleet and operator compliance program through new processes and automation, including through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools.

Requirements

• Proven track record of people management and active management of complex vendor engagements or projects, including holding partners accountable to rigorous compliance and performance metrics
• Data and technology-driven mindset, with the ability to transform manual, repetitive tasks into sophisticated, automated workflows at scale
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interact with diverse audiences from regulators to engineers to executives
• At least 10-12 years of experience in regulatory compliance and operational roles, preferably within a safety-focused or transportation organization
• Advanced "gap-finding" and risk-assessment abilities, with experience proactively mitigating issues before they impact operations
• Top-notch, strategic program management skills, with high responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel
• High-level organizational and project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead initiatives from concept to completion
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to influence the development of proprietary software tools
• Demonstrated resilience and leadership in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, with a focus on problem-solving
• Deep expertise in transportation industry regulations, specifically involving autonomous vehicle technology and policy
• Experience "owning the room" when conceptualizing and operationalizing new processes that close critical gaps in existing operational flows
• Experience scaling a compliance program during a period of significant company growth or international expansion
• Ability to speak multiple languages

Preferred

• High EQ and mentorship mindset, with a history of scaling systems efficiently within a team

Pay

USD 200,000 - 247,000