Senior Program Manager, Perception Data Operations

Synthesize company-wide perception feature needs into detailed, actionable data deliverables covering vision, LiDAR, and additional sensor modalities.

Own the end-to-end labeling process, from data availability through an outcome Perception can train on, directing data annotation partners to execute against that bar.

Manage vendor allocation and budgeting in direct alignment with Nuro's milestone and release timelines.

Oversee large-scale vendor and managed service provider relationships against quality, latency, and volume targets, and hold them accountable when performance drifts.

Define and maintain clear, current tracking of outcomes, risk, and data quality so that status is never a surprise to engineering or leadership.

Own quality as an outcome, not just a status: define what "good" looks like for deliverables within your pipelines, and hold vendors to that bar before problems surface downstream.

In response to quality dips, identify whether the issue is an isolated labeling error or a broader process failure, and address the root cause rather than just the single error.

Translate high-level product roadmaps and engineering requirements into granular operational execution plans, with resource allocation and throughput modeled explicitly.

Query databases directly using SQL (Python a plus) to analyze throughput and quality metrics and generate reporting without waiting on engineering support.

About You

We are not looking for someone who has done everything. We are looking for someone who thinks in systems, owns outcomes rather than status updates, and has genuine command of both the operational and technical sides of perception data.

Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, computer vision, or ML model training.

Prior experience in ML engineering, data engineering, or technical consulting.

Demonstrated track record of improving data quality or throughput at scale, with metrics to show for it.

Familiarity with autonomous vehicle sensor modalities (LiDAR, Radar, Camera, Thermal) and their respective data annotation requirements.

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $132,000 and $198,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.

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