Zoox

Fully electric autonomous ride-hailing service platform

Contract Student Worker Intern - Firmware Engineer, FW Thermal/Body

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Internship$30 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in modern C++ for firmware development.
Experience with Python programming.
Experience with embedded microcontrollers and/or microprocessors, including ARM or PowerPC.
Basic knowledge of control systems for electromechanical systems.
Available for a six-month project.
Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week.
Ability to commute on-site to one of the offices.
Student workers may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses or publications, or share it outside the company.

Responsibilities

Develop diagnostics for autonomous vehicle software, ensuring robust fault detection, reactions, and serviceability.
Design, develop, and test embedded software for body, thermal, lighting, and door functions of the Zoox vehicle.
Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle, including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation.
Collaborate with system, software, hardware, and test engineers to define, implement, and validate diagnostic requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with C++ unit testing principles and frameworks such as Google Test (gtest).
Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging.
Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols, including CAN and LIN.

About Zoox

Zoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous, electric vehicles designed from the ground up for a driverless future. Our mission is to make transportation safer, more sustainable, and accessible to everyone. At Zoox, innovation, collaboration, and a bold vision for the future drive everything we do.

About Our Part Time Student Worker Program

Zoox’s program offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, mentorship from some of the industry’s brightest minds, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to real projects. We seek part time student workers who demonstrate strong academic performance, engagement beyond the classroom, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in Zoox’s mission.

Project Overview

Zoox is seeking a motivated Firmware Engineer student worker to join our team, focusing on diagnostic services for the thermal and body systems. This is an opportunity to own highly-visible, foundational projects where you will extend our existing diagnostic infrastructure. You will work on the full development cycle of robot firmware development.

In this role, you will:

Work on the development of diagnostics for autonomous vehicle software, ensuring robust fault detection, reactions, and serviceability
Design, develop, and test embedded software for body, thermal, lighting, and door functions of the Zoox vehicle
Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation
Collaborate with system, software, hardware, and test engineers to define, implement, and validate diagnostic requirements

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or equivalent experience
Proficiency in modern C++ for firmware development
Experience with Python programming
Experience with embedded micro-controllers and/or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC)
Basic knowledge of control systems for electromechanical systems

Bonus Qualifications:

Familiarity with C++ unit testing principles and framework such as gtest
Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging
Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)

Program Requirements:

Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S., in a relevant engineering field
Available for a 6 month project
Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week
Ability to commute on-site to one of our offices
Student Worker may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside

$30 per hour.

This is a contract position and employment for this position will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly pay range is posted and you will be eligible for a benefits package as offered by the vendor.

About the Company

Zoox

Fully electric autonomous ride-hailing service platform

Zoox designs and operates an autonomous ride-hailing service built around a purpose-built, fully electric vehicle designed specifically for autonomous operation. The vehicle uses advanced sensors, cameras, and AI to navigate complex urban environments, offering a four-passenger interior for comfort. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox engineers both the vehicle and the service from the ground up, enabling optimized safety, efficiency, and passenger experience through integrated software that optimizes routing and reduces wait times. The company emphasizes safety through extensive testing and regulatory collaboration, and sustainability via electric mobility. The ultimate goal is to provide a smarter, safer, and more efficient urban transportation system that improves city life while reducing emissions.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: $1.2B
Headquarters: Menlo Park, CA
Founded: 2014

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