# Lead Product Manager, Autonomy Capabilities at Waabi

- Company: Waabi
- What the company does: Transform your supply chain with Waabi’s AI-first autonomous trucking solution. Scale freight operations, improve safety, and boost efficiency. Learn more. Backed by Khosla.
- Company website: https://waabi.ai/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Francisco, CA
- Work setup: Hybrid
- Pay: $165K to $260K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-04-08
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/waabi/7b8669d5-c11e-49a3-8cfd-492484999d6d
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/waabi-lead-product-manager-autonomy-capabilities/

## About the role

We are seeking a Lead Product Manager to lead the strategy and execution of the core autonomy stack that powers the Waabi Driver. This role is central to the success of the business and requires a leader who can bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI research and real-world commercial requirements. You will provide focused ownership and coordination across teams, ensuring that autonomy efforts are aligned with both technical milestones and driverless launch objectives.

## What they're looking for

- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a Product Management role, with a proven track record in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or complex AI/ML systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve dependencies, inform strategic decisions, and evaluate tradeoffs between performance and safety
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with significant experience drafting written strategy documents and slides to communicate complex autonomy concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience driving results and cross-functional alignment in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Exhibits exceptional empathy, fostering a deep understanding of the needs of internal engineering teams, safety drivers, and commercial partners
- Adaptable and versatile, proficient at navigating the shift from R&D-heavy environments to product-driven commercial execution

Tags: Product & Technical Program Mgmt