Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead (AVOS / Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet operations, automotive operations, transportation, logistics, mobility services, or similar operational environments.
• Experience leading operational or technical teams.
• Experience with shift-based or 24/7 operations.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Experience with KPI monitoring and operational performance management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English.

• Experience with autonomous vehicles, robotaxi fleets, ADAS programs, or automotive testing.
• Experience with EV fleet operations.
• Experience with the launch of new operational sites or depots.
• Knowledge of fleet management systems and operational reporting tools.
• Additional European languages are an advantage depending on the project location.

We are looking for an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead (AVOS) to lead the daily operation of autonomous vehicles (AV) and robotaxi fleets supporting testing programs, commercial autonomous ride-hailing services, and new city launches in Europe.

As an operational leader within the depot, you will coordinate Safety Operators, Depot Specialists, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists to ensure vehicles remain safe, operational, and deployment-ready. You will play a crucial role in fleet availability, achieving operational KPIs, and successfully launching and scaling autonomous vehicle fleets.

This position is a fit for candidates with experience in fleet operations, mobility services, automotive operations, logistics, or transportation who enjoy leading teams in fast-paced, technology-driven environments.

• Lead the daily operation of autonomous vehicle and robotaxi fleets at one or more depot locations.
• Ensure vehicles are operationally ready for testing, commercial deployment, and autonomous ride-hailing services.
• Monitor fleet utilization, vehicle availability, charging schedules, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate daily vehicle dispatch and return activities to maximize fleet efficiency.
• Minimize vehicle downtime through effective operational planning and coordination.
• Supervise all activities within the robotaxi depot and guarantee safe, efficient, and organized operations.
• Coordinate the work of Depot Specialists, Safety Operators, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists.
• Ensure vehicles meet standards for cleaning, charging, inspection, and maintenance prior to deployment.
• Support depot setup and operational readiness for new city launches and fleet expansion projects.
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate daily activities with engineering, product, technical, and fleet management teams.
• Prepare operational reports, KPI dashboards, and performance summaries.
• Escalate operational risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Support customer visits, audits, and operational reviews.
• Monitor KPIs, including fleet availability, vehicle uptime, dispatch efficiency, depot productivity, and operational quality.
• Identify process improvements to reduce downtime and improve fleet performance.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for autonomous vehicle operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives during robotaxi fleet scaling and commercial deployment.
• Ensure compliance with company policy, local regulations, and operational procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture within all operational teams.
• Ensure incidents are correctly investigated, documented, and resolved.
• Adhere to health & safety requirements for fleet and depot operations.

Successful AV Operations Leads combine operational excellence with strong leadership and an interest in emerging mobility technologies.

You understand how to coordinate people, vehicles, depots, and processes while upholding the highest standards for safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You love dynamic environments and enjoy solving operational challenges as autonomous vehicle fleets expand into new cities and markets.

Whether it involves pilot programs or fully commercial robotaxi operations: you ensure that every vehicle, every shift, and every team member contributes to a safe and reliable autonomous mobility service.

• Opportunity to lead large-scale autonomous vehicle and robotaxi fleet operations in Europe.
• Exposure to self-driving vehicle technologies and commercial autonomous ride-hailing services.
• Leadership role supporting new city launches, depot setup, and fleet expansion.
• Work with engineering, product, and operations teams shaping the future of autonomous transportation.
• Long-term development in fleet management, autonomous mobility, and robotaxi operations.
• International projects for leading autonomous vehicle programs.
• Full onboarding and continuous professional development.