
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...
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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...

Software Engineering
Zoox • Foster City - On-Site
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zoox is seeking a Software Engineer for their Mission Planning team to create high-level routes for autonomous vehicles. You'll work closely with Cloud Services and trajectory planning teams, requiring skills in Java and cloud technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering, particularly in developing complex systems that require high-level planning and real-time data integration. Your experience includes working closely with cloud services, allowing you to facilitate various requests and manage live traffic data effectively. You are driven to contribute innovative solutions to architecture and design, taking responsibility for significant software components that impact the functionality of autonomous vehicles.
You enjoy working closely with robotic platforms and have a passion for tackling the complexities of mission planning in dynamic urban environments. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including decision-making and trajectory planning, is essential for enabling vehicles to choose optimal routes and adapt in real-time.
You are eager to take on challenges and are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of autonomous transportation. You thrive in environments where you can apply your technical skills to solve real-world problems and enhance user experiences.
Desirable
Experience with real-time data processing and integration is a plus, as is familiarity with autonomous vehicle technologies. A background in systems architecture and design will help you excel in this role, as will any experience you have with dynamic planning systems.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer on the Mission Planner team, you will be responsible for creating high-level routes for our autonomous vehicles. This involves integrating various inputs, such as live traffic data, to facilitate efficient pick-up and drop-off requests. You will work closely with the Cloud Services team to ensure seamless communication and data flow between systems.
Your role will require you to collaborate with the decision-making and trajectory planning teams, allowing for dynamic planning capabilities that adapt to real-time conditions. You will contribute to the architecture and design of software components that are critical to the mission planning process, ensuring that our vehicles can navigate complex urban environments effectively.
You will also be involved in testing and validating the software you develop, ensuring that it meets the high standards required for autonomous vehicle operation. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of our transportation solutions, making a significant difference in how passengers are transported in cities.
What we offer
At Zoox, you will be part of a team that is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your ideas can lead to real-world applications. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of transportation.
We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be supported in your career journey, with access to resources and mentorship that will help you advance your skills and knowledge in the field.
Join us in our mission to revolutionize urban mobility and make a positive impact on the way people travel. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your passion and drive to learn are what matter most.
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