Full-Time

Senior Systems Engineer

Vehicle Controls Functional Safety

Updated on 5/17/2024

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Autonomous, all-electric vehicle for urban mobility

Automotive & Transportation

AI & Machine Learning

Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Requirements

M.S. or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
Minimum of seven years of total engineering experience with at least five years 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 recommendations
Experience developing system architecture diagrams and safety concepts dealing with complex system interactions
Collaborative team player with strong written and in-person communication skills

Responsibilities

Develop quantitative and qualitative functional safety analyses including HARAs, FTAs, FMEAs, and/or FMEDAs
Develop functional safety and technical safety concepts for vehicle motion control systems
Collaborate with internal hardware/software engineers and/or 3rd party suppliers to ensure system requirements and desired functionality are 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 on an ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for cities and safely deploy such a robotaxi solution. Zoox’s System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team is responsible for constructing the safety case for each milestone. We play a foundational role in the success of the company.

As a systems engineer at Zoox, you will be working with members of the system safety, hardware, and software development teams to design, develop, and deploy systems that enable and support autonomous driving. You are responsible for ensuring these systems are developed within a process that results in end-to-end traceability and achievement of both system safety targets and product requirements.

In this role, you will:

Develop quantitative and qualitative functional safety analyses including HARAs, FTAs, FMEAs, and/or FMEDAs
Develop functional safety and technical safety concepts for vehicle motion control systems
Collaborate with internal hardware/software engineers and/or 3rd party suppliers to ensure system requirements and desired functionality are 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.

Qualifications

M.S. or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
Minimum of seven years of total engineering experience with at least five years 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 recommendations
Experience developing system architecture diagrams and safety concepts dealing with complex system interactions
Collaborative team player with strong written and in-person communication skills

Bonus Qualifications

ISO 26262 Certification
Experience with a requirements management tool (ex: Polarion)
You have worked on at least one project across its full development cycle
Analytical skills and experience with a scripting or programming language such as Python

Compensation

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $195,000 to $256,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

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Zoox is leading the future of urban mobility with its focus on developing fully autonomous, all-electric vehicles dedicated to reducing congestion and pollution in bustling city environments. Their commitment to creating safer, enjoyable, and sustainable urban transportation solutions by fusing artificial intelligence with electrification, positions it as an attractive workplace for those passionate about technological and environmental innovation.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 12%

1 year growth

↑ 28%

2 year growth

↑ 87%

Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program