
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...

Systems Engineer • Mid-Level
Zoox • Foster City - On-Site
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zoox is seeking a Compute Platform System Safety Engineer to perform safety analyses of complex electronic and software-based systems. You'll work on safety mechanisms for autonomous driving technology. This role requires expertise in safety engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in systems engineering with a focus on safety analysis — your experience includes working with complex electronic and software-based systems, particularly in high-performance computing environments. You are adept at identifying opportunities to improve safety concepts and mechanisms, ensuring that systems are designed with safety as a priority. You understand the importance of risk assessments and have a keen eye for detail when it comes to detecting and mitigating hardware failures. Your analytical skills allow you to perform thorough safety analyses, and you are comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine safety protocols. You are passionate about the deployment of autonomous driving technology and are committed to ensuring its safe and reliable operation.
Desirable
Experience in the autonomous vehicle industry or related fields would be a plus, as would familiarity with regulatory standards and safety certifications. A background in software development or systems integration can enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be part of Zoox's System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team, where you will conduct safety analyses of our autonomous mobility solutions. You will work closely with engineers to identify and implement safety mechanisms that detect and mitigate potential hardware failures. Your responsibilities will include performing residual risk assessments and refining our safety concepts to ensure the safe deployment of our robotaxi solutions. You will collaborate with various teams to adapt safety protocols based on real-world testing and operational data. Your insights will help shape the future of autonomous driving technology, making it safer for urban environments.
What we offer
At Zoox, you will be part of an innovative team dedicated to transforming urban mobility. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values safety and reliability in technology. Join us in our mission to create a safer, more efficient transportation system for cities around the world.
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