Manager, Mapping Programs

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Who we are</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.</p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><br><a class="c-link c-link--focus-visible" href="https://aurora.tech/aurora-driver" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://aurora.tech/aurora-driver" data-sk="tooltip_parent">The Aurora Driver</a>&nbsp;will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.</p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://aurora.tech/" target="_blank">aurora.tech</a>&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/auroradriver" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.</p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">&nbsp;</p></div><p>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 are seeking a Manager, Mapping Programs to lead a team of Program Managers responsible for driving operational rigor across map delivery programs. This role will establish structured Program Management practices that ensure milestones are clearly defined, progress is consistently communicated, and risks are proactively managed.</p> <p>The ideal candidate excels at organizing a broad range of technical information, building scalable tracking mechanisms, and communicating clearly with stakeholders across various levels and departments. You will coach and develop early-career Program Managers while ensuring programs operate with strong discipline, transparency, and alignment across the organization.</p> <p><strong>In this role, you will</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage a team of early-stage Program Managers (4-5 direct reports) supporting map delivery programs across map expansion, map maintenance, SW testing, and ML model developement</li> <li>Provide mentorship, guidance, and structure to help develop strong Program Managers</li> <li>Foster a culture of accountability, organization, and operational excellence</li> <li>Develop standardized frameworks for managing cross-functional operational programs</li> <li&g