Kodiak Robotics , in only 5 years and with 200 employees, has built the best self-driving technology purpose-built for long-haul trucks and defense applications. We care deeply because this technology will save lives and transform the freight industry.  Lauded by commercial partners as the safest and most capable autonomous freight solution on the market, the Kodiak team is ushering in a new era of transportation. We’re led by many of the self-driving industry’s leading minds, who have built Kodiak’s technology from day one to be deployable and scalable. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the country, for some of the biggest names in trucking and most recognizable brands.  Over the past year and a half, we announced commercial partnerships with a range of companies including IKEA, Pilot Company, Werner Enterprises, Forward, U.S. Xpress, and CEVA Logistics.
We are looking for an Operations Training and Development Manager who thrives in fast-paced and adaptive environments, and has the passion to deep dive into all aspects of operations to build and refine the world's best autonomy training program.
This role is based in Lancaster, TX and will have some limited travel required.

What You'll Do:

• Design, implement, and evaluate training programs aligned with organizational goals, prioritizing safety.
• Assess training needs, develop materials, and coordinate sessions.
• Oversee training and development staff
• Identify future training needs and create a curriculum to facilitate that training
• Partner with subject matter experts to develop department focused new and ongoing training.
• Maintain training records and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Proficiency in all operational roles, responsible for also conducting training.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in training and development
• Managerial experience required.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Strong emphasis on proactive problem-solving and innovation
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in LMS and training software.
• Ability to plan, manage time and multitask effectively

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. These statutes  may impose limitations on Kodiak's capacity to engage specific individuals in particular roles based on various national security-related criteria. Consequently, the eligibility for this position may hinge on Kodiak's verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. In accordance with these statutes , Kodiak may find it necessary to secure a U.S. government export license before disseminating its technologies to specific individuals. Should Kodiak determine that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate a license, prohibit the candidate from assuming this position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak explicitly retains the right to either assess the candidate for an alternative position unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application.