
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...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zoox is hiring a Software Engineer for their Simulation C++ Framework team to build the architecture for simulation systems. You'll work with C++ to create virtual worlds for testing driving software and hardware. This role requires experience in simulation and software development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on simulation technologies — your experience includes building scalable systems that can handle complex scenarios and validate safety in real-world applications. You are proficient in C++ and understand the intricacies of simulation frameworks, enabling you to create robust architectures that support rapid iteration and testing.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that simulation integrates seamlessly with both software and hardware components. Your problem-solving skills allow you to tackle challenges head-on, and you are passionate about developing solutions that enhance the safety and efficiency of autonomous driving technologies.
You have a keen understanding of the importance of simulation in the development lifecycle — you recognize that creating virtual worlds is essential for validating driving software before real-world deployment. Your ability to think critically about the simulated environment ensures that all potential scenarios are considered and tested thoroughly.
You are detail-oriented and committed to building solid foundations for simulation systems — your work enables other teams to develop and iterate quickly, ensuring that safety and performance are prioritized in every aspect of the driving software.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer focused on the Simulation C++ Framework, you will be responsible for designing and implementing the architecture that underpins our simulation systems. You will work on creating virtual environments that challenge our robots, utilizing real-world data and novel scenarios to ensure comprehensive testing.
Your role will involve collaborating with various teams to integrate simulation with the overall software and hardware stack at Zoox. You will contribute to the development of tools and frameworks that facilitate rapid iteration and testing, allowing for efficient validation of our driving technologies.
You will also be tasked with optimizing simulation performance to ensure that it can run at scale, covering all potential scenarios that our autonomous vehicles may encounter. Your expertise in C++ will be crucial in building efficient algorithms and data structures that support high-performance simulations.
In addition to development work, you will participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team. You will also engage in discussions about best practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of our simulation processes.
What we offer
At Zoox, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to revolutionizing transportation through autonomous driving technology. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of mobility. You will have access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, and opportunities for professional growth and development are abundant. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and making a difference in the world.
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