Full-Time
Engineering Manager
Embedded Robot Middleware
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Zoox
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
Compensation Overview
$211k - $349kAnnually
Senior, Expert
San Mateo, CA, USA
This position requires onsite presence in Foster City, CA.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical / computer engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 9+ years of experience in software development, with 4+ years in a leadership role managing 8+ engineers.
- Good communication and collaboration skills. History of providing technical leadership and enablement support to other teams, helping them to achieve their goals.
- Strong embedded C/C++ programming experience with large code bases and technical dependencies.
- Strong knowledge in real-time operating systems (RTOS) and practical experience with safety-critical software development (ISO-26262, AUTOSAR/MISRA, etc.)
- Lead and grow a team of software engineers focusing on providing reliable, performant, and scalable middleware frameworks for Zoox embedded systems.
- Collaborate with the Firmware organization and the rest of the Core team to deliver middleware solutions that enable efficient software development, and meet the needs of software with increasing complexity.
- Lead cross-functional efforts to improve the performance and stability of embedded software using a metric-driven approach.
- Guide the team on building a forward-looking roadmap to build middleware features, tools, and processes to support the fast-growing Zoox vehicle fleet.
- Contribute to organizational-wide efforts to develop software following industry standards and processes.
Zoox is developing a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service with a vehicle designed specifically for self-driving, rather than retrofitting existing cars. The 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 to ensure high standards. Additionally, Zoox's electric vehicles promote sustainability by reducing emissions, while their user-friendly platform enhances the ride-hailing experience.
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2014
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 29%2 year growth
↑ 48%
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