Aurora Innovation is hiring a

Senior Director, Enterprise IT

Mountain View, United States

Who We Are

Aurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, its driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S. Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech and @aurora_inno on Twitter.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Senior Director, Enterprise IT to join Aurora’s IT team. The Enterprise Information Team is responsible for overseeing and managing the organization’s IT infrastructure, systems, and services to ensure seamless operation, security, and alignment with business goals.

In this role, you will:

  • Develop and Lead IT Strategy: Shape the long-term IT vision to align with business objectives and the company's growth.
  • Oversee Global IT Operations: Manage the performance, availability, and security of global IT systems, in the cloud.
  • Manage Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and maintain scalable IT infrastructure to support the company's global workforce and operations.
  • Drive Enterprise Applications: Lead the implementation and management of enterprise-wide software solutions, including ERP, CRM, collaboration tools, and software licenses, ensuring optimal efficiency, compliance, and value across the organization.
  • Ensure Seamless Integration: Oversee the smooth integration of new technologies and systems, ensuring they work harmoniously with existing infrastructure and processes.
  • Manage Vendor Relationships: Oversee key vendor partnerships, negotiating contracts, and driving procurement strategies for hardware, software, and services.
  • Handle Budgeting and Resource Allocation: Manage the IT budget, prioritizing investments and resources for maximum efficiency and impact.
  • Lead and Develop the IT Team: Mentor and guide a global team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence.
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
  • Embrace Innovation: Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in IT and autonomy, integrating relevant technologies to enhance operations.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • 12+ years of experience in IT leadership, with at least 5 years in senior-level roles managing enterprise IT operations.
  • Proven experience leading large-scale IT projects and digital transformation in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong expertise in cloud computing (AWS, Azure), cybersecurity frameworks, and enterprise architecture.
  • Experience managing IT systems and infrastructure for a global organization.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Prior experience in high-tech industries such as autonomous systems, AI, or robotics.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to autonomy and AI.
  • Experience managing IT in large-scale, multinational organizations.
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance in technology-driven sectors.

The base salary range for this position is $271K-$365K per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-BB3

#Executive

Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We have offices in several locations across the United States, where we encourage team and cross-functional collaboration. Aurora offers competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and additional healthcare support including medical transportation reimbursement, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. We empower our employees and their families with options to further their unique physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our Learning and Development offerings include Aurora Academy, where our people learn, develop, and practice the essential skills that drive Aurora’s mission, continually up-leveling our team along the way. Our Careers page provides insight into career opportunities at Aurora, and you can find all the latest news on our Blog. 

Safety is central to everything we do. Every employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. We seek candidates who take active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by working safely — no matter what.

We believe that self-driving technology has broad benefits – including increased access to transportation. To realize those benefits, we need a workforce with diverse experiences, insights, and perspectives — a workforce that reflects the communities our technology will serve.

Aurora is committed to providing access to anyone who seeks information from our website. We invite anyone using assistive technologies, such as a screen reader or Braille reader, to email us at [email protected]  if they experience difficulty using our website. Please describe the accessibility problem and include a URL (if available).

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]

For California applicants, information collected and processed as part of your application and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Aurora’s California Employment Privacy Policy.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Aurora, every employee is empowered to take an active role in building an inclusive, collaborative, and unified culture that leverages our diverse strengths, perspectives, and backgrounds. 

Transforming how the world moves people and goods involves seeking to understand backgrounds, insights, and lived experiences that differ from our own. One way we accomplish that is with our 15 employee-led Aurora Unified Groups, which support diverse voices and drive inclusive collaboration. We believe that teamwork, belonging, and trust motivate and support our employees to do their best work. As our team grows, we strive to attract and retain exceptional talent that adds new perspectives and experiences and continues to drive innovation. Learn more on our Culture Page.

We are committed to helping qualified military community members leverage their talents in service of our mission. To understand how your military experience aligns with career opportunities at Aurora, review your military job classification at MyNextMove.org and consider applying for open positions corresponding to your identified skills and experiences!

Apply for this job

Please mention you found this job on AI Jobs. It helps us get more startups to hire on our site. Thanks and good luck!

Get hired quicker

Be the first to apply. Receive an email whenever similar jobs are posted.

Ace your job interview

Understand the required skills and qualifications, anticipate the questions you may be asked, and study well-prepared answers using our sample responses.

Senior Director Q&A's
Report this job
Apply for this job