The role is for an experienced operations leader within DoorDash Labs, focusing on managing and scaling the Robot Engineering Testing organization. This team is dedicated to exploring robotics and automation for last-mile logistics. The leader will ensure safe and efficient testing and deployment activities while collaborating closely with engineering and product teams. The position emphasizes operational performance, safety culture, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

• 4+ years of experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or complex operational environments
• Proven experience leading teams and developing leaders in fast-paced, cross-functional settings
• Strong ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
• Experience scaling operations, processes, and workflows in growing organizations
• Deep commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience with data-driven decision-making and performance metrics
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Slack, Google Workspace, Linux, GitHub, or similar platforms
• Ability to adapt and lead effectively in dynamic, evolving environments

• Own the testing operations organization, managing operators and team leads across multiple levels.
• Set the strategic vision for testing and deployment, aligning operations with engineering and product roadmaps.
• Drive day-to-day operational performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution across environments.
• Build and scale workflows, processes, and systems to support growing testing complexity and deployment needs.
• Champion a strong safety culture, setting standards and ensuring consistent adherence across all operations.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, product, TPM, and deployment teams to improve system performance and readiness.
• Leverage QA, data, and reporting to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Develop and mentor team members and leaders, building a high-performing, accountable organization.
• Represent testing operations in leadership discussions, providing insights and recommendations to guide strategy.