Director of Fleet Ops Execution

About us Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems. Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving. In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us—we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future. At Wayve, your contributions matter. We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment; we back each other to deliver impact. Make Wayve the experience that defines your career! The role We're hiring a Director of Fleet Operations Execution to lead the global delivery of on-road testing across all programs and geographies. This role sits at the centre of our operations—responsible for translating technical testing requirements into real-world delivery, managing regional test teams, and partnering closely with Engineering and Product to ensure our autonomous and assisted driving systems are exercised, validated, and ready to scale. You’ll lead execution with pace and rigour while shaping how advanced technology is tested in the real world. Key responsibilities Own end-to-end execution of real-world testing across UK, US, DE, and JP — across internal R&D and OEM programs Manage regional Heads of Fleet Ops and the Demonstrations Manager, aligning priorities and maintaining test readiness Partner with Product, Engineering, and Program teams to operationalise feature and milestone testing, including test routes, schedules, and configs Define and lead global test planning cycles, execution cadences, and milestone delivery processes Drive consistent, high-quality test execution across regions, sites, and programs Coordinate across technical domains to align test needs with system maturity (e.g. releases, hardware readiness, validation goals) Surface risks, blockers, and delivery gaps early, and lead structured reviews and escalations to course-correct Champion consistent operating practices and strong interfaces between Fleet Ops and technical teams About you In order to set you up for success as a Director of Fleet Ops Execution at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience: Essential Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-site technical operations or testing delivery Strong cross-functional program leadership skills — particularly in high-velocity or R&D settings Comfortable working closely with Engineering, Product, and Test/Validation teams to deliver programs on the road Excellent command of operational planning, milestone tracking, and structured execution Confident in interpreting technical requirements (e.g. software maturity, test conditions, platform constraints) and turning them into executable delivery plans Experience managing and scaling distributed teams, ideally across regions or time zones Desirable Experience in autonomous systems, robotics, automotive engineering, or aerospace Understanding of test coordination, release readiness, and hardware/software integration challenges Familiarity with Jira or similar tools used for milestone tracking and test validation Comfortable leading field execution in the presence of complex system behaviours and experimental features We understand that everyone has a unique set of skills and experiences and that not everyone will meet all of the requirements listed above. If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply. This is a full-time role based in our Sunnyvale