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Full-Time

Systems Engineer

Functional Safety

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Zoox

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$131k - $215kAnnually

+ Sign-on Bonus

Mid

San Mateo, CA, USA

Hybrid position in Foster City, CA.

Category
Embedded Engineering
Security Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Databricks
Requirements
  • BS degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 3 years of engineering experience with at least one year in the fields of System Safety or Functional Safety and Systems Engineering
  • Experience with hazard analysis, functional decomposition and developing safety requirements in line with ISO26262 (or other safety critical industry standard) recommendations
  • Experience developing system architecture diagrams and safety concepts dealing with complex system interactions.
  • Proficiency in probability and statistical analysis
  • Experience in data mining for exposure analysis using Python and DataBricks
  • ISO 26262 Certification
  • Safety research experience
  • Experience with a requirements management tool (ex: Polarion)
  • Experience working on at least one project across its full development cycle
Responsibilities
  • Develop quantitative and qualitative functional safety analyses including HARAs, FTAs, FMEAs, and/or FMEDAs.
  • Develop functional safety and technical safety concepts for HMI systems (screens, interior/exterior audio), thermal systems and other vehicle platform systems.
  • Collaborate with internal hardware/software engineers and/or 3rd party suppliers to ensure system requirements and desired functionality is achieved.
  • Assist other teams with the implementation of systems engineering processes, which can also include cross-functional reviews of requirements and test cases.
  • Support development of test plans, test cases, black box integration testing and issue resolution.

Zoox is developing a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service with a vehicle designed specifically for self-driving. This vehicle features advanced sensors and AI systems for navigating urban environments and can comfortably accommodate four passengers. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimized safety and efficiency, with a strong commitment to sustainability through fully electric vehicles. The goal is to enhance urban transportation, making it smarter and safer while improving the quality of life in cities.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

29%

2 year growth

45%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zoox's association with Amazon provides strong financial backing and access to advanced technologies, enhancing job security and innovation potential.
  • The company's rapid expansion into new markets like Austin and Miami offers employees opportunities for career growth and new project experiences.
  • Zoox's focus on purpose-built autonomous vehicles positions it at the forefront of the self-driving car industry, offering employees a chance to work on cutting-edge technology.

What critics are saying

  • Incidents involving Zoox's self-driving vehicles, such as unexpected braking and crashes, could lead to regulatory scrutiny and operational setbacks.
  • The competitive landscape with established players like Waymo and Cruise may pressure Zoox to accelerate its development timeline, potentially compromising safety and quality.

What makes Zoox unique

  • Zoox's purpose-built autonomous robotaxi is designed specifically for self-driving, unlike retrofitted vehicles used by some competitors.
  • Backed by Amazon, Zoox has significant financial and technological resources to accelerate its development and deployment of autonomous vehicles.
  • Zoox's expansion into multiple cities like Austin, Miami, and Seattle demonstrates its aggressive growth strategy and commitment to broadening its operational footprint.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program