
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...

Software Engineering
Zoox • Foster City - On-Site
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zoox is hiring a Software Engineer for their Perception Object Detection and Tracking team. You'll work on cutting-edge ML models for segmentation, tracking, and classification. This role requires expertise in machine learning and computer vision.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on machine learning and computer vision. Your experience includes working with algorithms for object detection and tracking, and you are familiar with the latest advancements in the field. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with ML model teams to integrate innovative solutions into existing systems.
You possess a deep understanding of perception technologies and have a passion for developing algorithms that enhance the capabilities of autonomous systems. Your analytical skills allow you to validate and test algorithms effectively, ensuring they meet high standards of performance and reliability.
Desirable
Experience with sensor data processing and validation is a plus. Familiarity with high-level scene understanding and segmentation techniques will help you excel in this role. You are eager to learn and adapt to new technologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of the perception stack.
What you'll do
In this role, you will collaborate with the ML model teams to bring cutting-edge models into the vehicle stack. You will have access to the best sensor data in the world, allowing you to create and refine algorithms for segmentation, tracking, and classification. Your work will directly impact the perception capabilities of Zoox's autonomous vehicles, enhancing their ability to understand and navigate complex environments.
You will be responsible for developing new algorithms and improving existing ones, ensuring they are robust and efficient. This includes conducting experiments, analyzing results, and iterating on your designs based on feedback and performance metrics. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall architecture of the perception system, ensuring it is scalable and maintainable.
Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and data scientists, to integrate your algorithms into the vehicle's software stack. You will also engage in testing and validation processes, ensuring that the perception system meets safety and performance standards.
What we offer
At Zoox, you will be part of a pioneering team dedicated to revolutionizing transportation through autonomous technology. We offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of mobility. You will have opportunities for professional growth and development, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and making a difference in the world.
Interested in this role?
Apply now or save it for later. Get alerts for similar jobs at Zoox.
Similar Jobs You Might Like
Based on your interests and this role

Software Engineering
Zoox is hiring a Senior / Staff Software Engineer for their Perception 3D Tracking team. You'll work on cutting-edge algorithms for object detection and tracking using advanced sensor data. This role requires expertise in machine learning and computer vision.

Software Engineering
Zoox is hiring a Software Engineer for their 3D Mapping team to develop a scalable mapping pipeline and storage system. This role is crucial for enhancing the HD maps used in Zoox's fleet.

Machine Learning Engineer
Zoox is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to contribute to their Perception team, focusing on the development of ML models for autonomous vehicle technology. You'll work on data gathering, labeling, training, and validation to enhance navigation capabilities. This role requires expertise in machine learning and related processes.

Machine Learning Engineer
Zoox is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer for their Perception team to contribute to autonomous vehicle technology. You'll design, train, validate, and integrate ML models for semantic mapping. This role requires expertise in machine learning development.

Engineering Manager
Zoox is hiring an Engineering Manager for their Perception Occupancy team to lead the development of advanced perception systems. You'll work with AI architectures and multi-modal sensor data. This position requires experience in artificial intelligence and perception technologies.