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Software Engineer

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Zipline

Zipline

1,001-5,000 employees

Autonomous delivery of medical supplies and goods

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$170k - $210kAnnually

+ Equity Compensation + Overtime Pay + Discretionary Annual or Performance Bonuses + Sales Incentives

Senior, Expert

San Bruno, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience deploying safety-critical systems and supporting tools in production
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and distributed systems
  • Fluency in one or more of the following programming languages: Rust, C++, C, C#
  • Familiarity with using simulation to evaluate system performance
  • Deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: Simulation, Robotic Perception, Robotic Planning and Decision-Making
Responsibilities
  • Develop applications and frameworks for software validation used across the Autonomy stack
  • Develop and support infrastructure to handle large-scale execution of validation tasks.
  • Establish best practices for Autonomy capability validation
  • Use simulation tools to construct environments and scenarios for evaluating Autonomy performance
  • Partner closely with Autonomy software team to understand how our operating environment impacts our capabilities
  • Partner closely with systems engineering and data teams to understand requirements and ensure we have the right data and metrics to validate system performance
  • Partner closely with test engineering to ensure successful completion of vehicle tests
  • Support documentation development for internal and external stakeholders
  • Support test design and development for software Release Validation

Zipline focuses on logistics and delivery using autonomous technology to transport goods quickly and sustainably, primarily in the healthcare sector. The company delivers essential medical supplies like vaccines and medications, playing a key role in public health initiatives, such as the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Ghana. Zipline's autonomous delivery platforms cater to various needs, ensuring rapid delivery of items from prescriptions to groceries. The goal is to improve access to vital supplies and address the equity gap in healthcare resources.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$825.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

46%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zipline's innovative technology and successful partnerships position it as a leader in the rapidly growing autonomous delivery sector.
  • The company's expansion into various sectors, including healthcare, groceries, and public health, offers diverse growth opportunities.
  • Achieving the milestone of one million deliveries demonstrates Zipline's operational efficiency and scalability.

What critics are saying

  • The regulatory landscape for drone deliveries is still evolving, which could pose operational challenges and delays.
  • High dependency on technological advancements means any failure or delay in innovation could impact service quality and reliability.

What makes Zipline unique

  • Zipline's focus on autonomous drone technology for logistics, particularly in healthcare, sets it apart from traditional delivery services.
  • Their ability to deliver essential medical supplies rapidly and sustainably addresses critical public health challenges, a niche not fully exploited by competitors.
  • Strategic partnerships with organizations like Mayo Clinic and CorpsAfrica enhance their credibility and expand their operational footprint.