Software Engineer - Test Platform Development

Zoox has embarked on a highly ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for our cities. Before a Zoox robot drives on a real road, we have to test its functionality and behavior. This is where the Test Platform development team comes in. We work to design and develop high-fidelity testing platforms to validate software systems running on our AI Compute Stack.

In this role, you will:

• Architect and develop test platforms for system integration testing, with a focus on developing reliable, high-performance tools that provide sensor data to the robot
• Contribute to the development of our on-robot software infrastructure
• Contribute to the design and development of our integration testing framework
• Guide client teams in building tests and tools on top of our test platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science and 5+ years of experience
• Experience programming in Python and C++ in large code bases
• Experience designing software and tooling
• Strong track record of working cross-functionally in a multidisciplinary engineering team
• A firm understanding of the software life cycle and common software design principles

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with robot middleware (ex: ROS)
• Experience developing test platforms, including debugging system integration issues
• Expert-level knowledge of Linux

CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $155,000 to $220,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About ZooxZoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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A Final Note:You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.