
Revolutionizing transportation with autonomous vehicle technology
Zoox, headquartered in Foster City, CA, is pioneering autonomous vehicle technology with a unique driverless ecosystem. The company has raised $1.2 billion in Series B funding and employs over 1,000 people. Its innovative vehicle design, revealed in December 2020, features independent wheels and a b...
Zoox offers work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid parental leave. Employees enjoy unlimited flexible paid ti...
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Zoox • Foster City, CA
Zoox is hiring a Senior Software Systems Engineer to define software development processes for safety-critical software in production vehicles. You'll work with Java and methodologies from avionics and automotive industries in Foster City, CA.
You have 5+ years of experience in software systems engineering, particularly in safety-critical environments. Your background includes designing and implementing methodologies and tools that ensure high safety standards in software development. You are familiar with principles from avionics and automotive industries, and you understand the complexities involved in developing software for production vehicles.
Your expertise in Java and experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) make you a strong candidate for this role. You have a solid understanding of middleware components and their integration into larger systems. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with software engineers across various teams to achieve common goals.
You are detail-oriented and have a strong focus on quality assurance, ensuring that all software meets rigorous safety standards. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is one of your key strengths. You are passionate about revolutionizing transportation through innovative software solutions.
Experience with AI technologies and their application in safety-critical systems is a plus. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to safety in software development will enhance your candidacy. You are eager to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies as the industry evolves.
In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of software development processes that prioritize safety and reliability. You will collaborate with software engineers throughout the Zoox organization, ensuring that all safety-critical software meets the highest standards. Your work will involve defining methodologies and tools that streamline the development process while maintaining a strong focus on safety.
You will be responsible for integrating principles from various safety-critical industries into the software development lifecycle. This includes working closely with teams developing state-of-the-art AI autonomy software as well as highly-critical RTOS and middleware components. You will play a key role in shaping the future of transportation by ensuring that the software powering production vehicles is safe and reliable.
Your contributions will directly impact the safety and performance of Zoox's vehicles, and you will have the opportunity to innovate and push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of software systems engineering. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their careers.
At Zoox, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming transportation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Join us in revolutionizing the future of transportation through cutting-edge software solutions.
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