
About Zoox
Revolutionizing transportation with autonomous vehicle technology
Key Highlights
- Raised $1.2 billion in Series B funding
- Headquartered in Foster City, CA with 1001+ employees
- Innovative vehicle design with independent wheels and no front/back
- Part of a $2 trillion industry projected by 2030
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...
🎁 Benefits
Zoox offers work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid parental leave. Employees enjoy unlimited flexible paid ti...
🌟 Culture
At Zoox, the culture is centered around innovation in autonomous transportation, with a focus on safety and enjoyment. The company promotes a collabor...

Director Of Perception • Lead
Zoox • Foster City - On-Site
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zoox is hiring a Director of Perception to lead high-impact teams in developing a world-class 3D environment model from multi-modal sensor data. You'll work with AI architectures and algorithms, focusing on perception systems that utilize vision, lidar, and radar technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning, particularly in the context of perception systems. Your background includes leading teams that develop complex algorithms for processing multi-modal sensor data, and you are well-versed in the latest academic advancements in AI. You possess strong leadership skills, enabling you to guide diverse teams through technical roadmaps and milestone goals.
Your expertise in computer vision and sensor fusion allows you to create innovative solutions for dynamic object perception. You have a deep understanding of various modalities such as vision, lidar, and radar, and you are skilled in developing algorithms for segmentation, detection, classification, fusion, and tracking. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with other AI and software leaders to achieve exceptional results.
You are passionate about solving complex problems in artificial intelligence and are eager to tackle challenges that come with developing advanced perception systems. Your ability to optimize algorithms for efficiency and effectiveness in real-life scenarios sets you apart as a leader in this field.
Desirable
Experience with novel AI architectures and a track record of implementing in-house innovations would be a significant advantage. Familiarity with the latest trends in urban transportation and the challenges associated with dense environments will enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
As the Director of Perception at Zoox, you will lead a team responsible for building a sophisticated 3D environment model that integrates data from various sensors. Your role will involve defining the technical roadmap and ensuring that your team meets critical milestones in the development of perception systems. You will collaborate with simulation and systems design teams to deliver a dynamic objects perception system that meets the demands of urban environments.
You will oversee the development of algorithms that process multi-modal sensor data, ensuring they are optimized for performance and reliability. Your leadership will guide the team in tackling some of the most complex challenges in AI and perception, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in personal transportation.
You will also be responsible for mentoring team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Your ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams will be essential in aligning efforts across the organization to achieve Zoox's mission of reinventing personal transportation.
What we offer
At Zoox, you will be part of a pioneering team that is shaping the future of urban mobility. We offer a collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions will have a direct impact on the development of cutting-edge technology. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, tackling challenges that are at the forefront of AI and transportation.
We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to create safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable personal transportation solutions.
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