Senior Director, Autonomous Business Development

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

The autonomous transition is a transformational opportunity for Lyft. Our strategy focuses on becoming the preferred marketplace, fleet, and operational partner for the world’s best AV providers. Lyft will leverage our platform advantages and scale to enable the success of AV partners across the value chain, from AV technology providers to OEMs to fleet providers. This role will help shape the future of Lyft—and mobility, more broadly—by crafting durable autonomous vehicle partnerships and industry‑leading transportation solutions. You will work in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead negotiations with AV technology companies, OEMs, and fleet operators to deploy autonomous vehicles on Lyft's platform
• Scale go‑to‑market strategies for AV deployment across Lyft's network
• Identify, creatively structure, negotiate, and execute complex commercial agreements across marketplace and fleet operations
• Build relationships with C‑suite executives at current and prospective AV partners
• Collaborate cross‑functionally across Lyft (Marketplace, Supply, Legal, Regulatory, Safety, Rider) to support AV commercialization across the value chain.
• Represent partners and our team internally and Lyft externally with partners’ management teams, at industry events, and with regulatory bodies

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Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Lyft highly values having employees working in‑office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in‑office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in‑office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco area is $232,000 - $290,000. In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible for competitive equity awards, bonuses, and benefits. You can read more about Lyft’s employee benefits here.

Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

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