Full-Time
Senior Firmware Engineer
Updated on 3/14/2025
Zoox
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
Compensation Overview
$190k - $250kAnnually
Senior
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
San Mateo, CA, USA
- BS / MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
- Strong background in C / C++ programming for embedded Linux or micro-controllers
- Experience using measurement equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to debug code
- Experience with low-level interfaces such as I2C, SPI, CAN, RS232, Ethernet
- Ability to efficiently collaborate with multidisciplinary program members to achieve project goals, and contribute positively to the engineering community environment
- New board bringup
- Development of reliable drivers across several OS's.
- Write high assurance firmware to achieve required integrity levels for safe vehicle operation
- Write code to diagnose and test modules and subsystems
- Troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues with debuggers and logic analyzers
- Interface with hardware and automation teams to enable scalable testing
- Experience implementing safety-critical, high reliability, or fault-tolerant software
- Experience with real-time operating systems (POSIX, QNX, FreeRTOS)
- Deep understanding of Linux and its internals, the device tree, and U-Boot
- Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, regression testing, and HIL testing
- Experience with ARM or Infineon TriCore architectures
- Experience working with FPGAs
- Digital Signal Processing experience
- Bash or Python scripting
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 to navigate urban environments and can comfortably accommodate up to four passengers. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimized safety and efficiency. The company is committed to sustainability with its fully electric vehicles and aims to enhance urban transportation while prioritizing safety and passenger experience.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Zoox's partnership with Williams Racing enhances brand visibility in the autonomous vehicle market.
- Expansion to San Francisco and Las Vegas indicates a growing operational footprint.
- Collaboration with Nvidia accelerates technological advancements in autonomous driving.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Waymo and Tesla could impact Zoox's market share.
- Shift from x86 to Arm architecture may increase R&D costs and cause delays.
- Expansion in new cities may face regulatory hurdles and public acceptance challenges.
What makes Zoox unique
- Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.
- The vehicle features four-wheel steering and bi-directional capabilities for urban efficiency.
- Zoox's commitment to sustainability with fully electric vehicles attracts eco-conscious consumers.
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Health Insurance
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Sick Days
Free Lunch or Snacks
Employee Assitance Program
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