Internship

Test Automation Engineer Intern

Posted on 9/27/2024

Zoox

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$37.5 - $54.81Hourly

San Mateo, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Foster City, CA.

Category
QA & Testing
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Python
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming in Python
  • Understanding of hardware testing and verification methods
  • Working knowledge of navigating through and using a Linux environment through CLI
  • Experience using test automation frameworks, such as PyTest or Robot Framework
Responsibilities
  • Develop automated test scripts for various technology domains, including CAN and Ethernet-based network devices
  • Collaborate with design engineers and project/program managers to drive tests through an entire test life cycle, from requirements to test execution
  • Work in standard test frameworks, such as Pytest, and internally built test frameworks to create automated tests
  • Generate scalable tests and test libraries to enable other engineers and developers
  • Work with continuous integration and deployment tools, such as Bamboo, to implement regression and release schedules
  • Document software to make it easily accessible to others both within and outside of the team

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 it can comfortably accommodate up to four passengers. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimized safety and efficiency. The company aims to enhance urban transportation while promoting sustainability through its fully electric vehicles.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

31%

2 year growth

50%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zoox's partnership with Williams Racing enhances brand visibility in the autonomous vehicle market.
  • Expanding testing to Austin and Miami improves Zoox's systems with diverse urban data.
  • Hiring leaders from Tesla and Intel brings valuable expertise to Zoox's development.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Waymo and Cruise could impact Zoox's market share and growth.
  • Expansion to new cities may face regulatory challenges, delaying deployment and increasing costs.
  • Partnerships like with Williams Racing could divert focus from core vehicle development.

What makes Zoox unique

  • Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.
  • Zoox's vehicles feature a futuristic design with state-of-the-art sensors and AI systems.
  • Zoox is committed to sustainability with fully electric vehicles reducing emissions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

INACTIVE