Internship
Release Engineering Intern
Posted on 10/9/2024
Zoox
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
Compensation Overview
$37.5 - $54.81Hourly
San Mateo, CA, USA
Position requires onsite presence in Foster City, CA.
- Proficiency with Python or similar object oriented language
- Experience working on Distributed Systems
- Experience working with Web services and APIs
- Experience working with Bazel build system
- Proficiency in setting up and managing metrics and dashboards using Grafana
- Knowledge of PostgreSQL or other SQL databases
- Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as Vue.js or React.js
- Contribute to key platforms and systems that empower Zoox engineers to develop and deploy software features and fixes with speed and reliability
- Learn and apply best practices in DevOps and Release Engineering
- Work on projects that have a company-wide impact on efficiency and productivity
- Optimizing code flow processes
- Enhancing software delivery pipelines
- Making a tangible impact on how a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle company operates
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 has a spacious interior for up to four passengers. Safety is a priority, with extensive testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies, while the vehicles are fully electric to promote sustainability. The goal is to enhance urban transportation, making it smarter, safer, and more efficient.
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2014
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 31%2 year growth
↑ 50%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Partnership with Williams Racing enhances brand visibility in automotive and tech sectors.
- Expansion to San Francisco and Las Vegas shows growing market presence and capability.
- Hiring Tesla's former head of Autopilot HW engineering brings valuable expertise to Zoox.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise could impact Zoox's market share.
- Potential intellectual property disputes with Tesla may lead to legal challenges.
- Expansion to new cities may face regulatory hurdles and local opposition.
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