Head of Safety

Job Description

Who We Are

Nuro is a robotics start-up whose mission is to accelerate the benefits of robotics for everyday life. We have an elite team of entrepreneurs and engineers, designers, and scientists. We believe AI and robotics are on the cusp of transforming daily life and we are dedicated to building meaningful products with this technology. Join us and play a critical role in our mission.

About the Role

Nuro is looking for a Head of Safety to lead and guide the Nuro safety team. The position is centered on a constant drive for improvement and a strong focus on safety guiding all aspects of our technology and operations. This role intersects leadership, operational excellence and problem solving - a challenge that is only possible by truly exceptional and well-rounded leaders.

About the Work

• Build out a world-class team of safety-focused professionals while simultaneously executing at a high level against urgent safety-related tasks
• Define Nuro’s internal and external safety policies, practices, and procedures
• Serve as technical expert and policy advisor to the leadership team on Safety issues
• Define and measure metrics for safe operation
• Enforce high safety bar through company-wide technical oversight
• Provide insight and analysis for improving safety and minimizing risk
• Address risks through proactive hazard identification and mitigation
• Improve safety through feedback and corrective actions

About You

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in a safety-focused position dealing with highly complex technical systems
• Extensive experience partnering with or working within one safety-focused government agency (FAA, NTSB, DOT, etc)
• Experience working in a highly regulated, process-driven operational environment (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or similar)
• Experience balancing business needs with protecting organizational safety standards
• Proven ability to work in a high paced, frequently changing environment
• Proven experience as a prior leader in a safety-focused capacity
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Software, Hardware, Technical Program Management, and Operations to define and implement safety policies
• A creative, solutions-focused approach to safety policy, physical safety, and public welfare, with a focus on achieving results
• Proven track record of building talented, high performing teams
• Fluent in your ability to motivate, inspire and create an inclusive and positive work environment for all
• Proven experience working within highly complex technical environments
• A degree in a STEM field (Engineering preferred)

Bonus Points

• Experience with automated systems

Nuro is an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.