The Robot Dynamics team at Zoox is responsible for the vehicle dynamics performance of our robot. We define performance requirements and work closely with the hardware and software development teams to achieve them. Our team has a diverse set of backgrounds, including vehicle engineering, software development, and robotics. You will be part of a team that is deeply cross-functional and passionate about advancing the safety and comfort of our autonomous robots.
In this role, you will develop our vehicle dynamics simulator to accelerate vehicle and driving software development. You will work cross-functionally to develop physical and data-driven vehicle models to accurately simulate our robot’s vehicle dynamics behavior in complex and dynamic maneuvers. In addition, you will develop tools to assess vehicle dynamics performance and explore new frameworks for assessing performance in the absence of a driver.
Responsibilities
- You will develop models (physical and empirical) to improve the realism of vehicle dynamics simulations
- You will develop an approach to correlate vehicle models at scale
- You will identify key realism gaps and drive improvements in the simulator
- You will develop tools to analyze, correlate and support vehicle dynamics testing
Qualifications
- Masters degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- Experience in multi-body simulation, numerical methods, dynamic optimization, and parameter inference
- Experience in prototyping and data analysis programming languages (MATLAB, Python)
- Proficiency in C++
- Proficiency in Vehicle Dynamics
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 $151,000 to $250,000. 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.
Vaccine Mandate
Employees working in this position will be required to have received a single dose of the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine OR have completed the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine series. In addition, employees will be required to receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine within two months of becoming eligible for the booster vaccine.
Employees will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon, among other things, an Applicant’s ability to show proof of vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.
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.
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.
