Sara Rayburn
About Sara Rayburn
Sara Rayburn serves as the Head of Autonomy Test and Integration at Nuro, a position she has held since 2023. She has a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and has held various roles in technology and project management at companies such as Apple, Google, and Oceaneering.
Current Role at Nuro
Sara Rayburn serves as the Head of Autonomy Test and Integration at Nuro, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees the testing and integration processes for autonomous systems, ensuring that they meet the required standards for performance and safety. Her expertise in autonomy and systems integration contributes to Nuro's mission of advancing autonomous delivery solutions.
Previous Experience at Nuro
Before her current role, Sara Rayburn worked at Nuro as the Head of Technical Program Management, Systems from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, she managed technical programs related to autonomous systems, facilitating collaboration across teams to enhance project outcomes. Her tenure at Nuro has been marked by a focus on integrating advanced technologies into practical applications.
Career Background
Sara Rayburn has a diverse career in technology and systems management. She worked as a Systems Development Manager at Oceaneering from 2016 to 2019, where she led development initiatives. Prior to that, she held roles at C&C Technologies, Inc. as a Project Manager/Lead Developer and as a Systems Analyst/Programmer. Her early career included a position as an Engineering Program Manager at Apple from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Sara Rayburn earned her Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her academic background laid the foundation for her expertise in systems development and autonomy. Additionally, she participated in Google Summer of Code in 2010, gaining valuable experience in software development.