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Full-Time

Senior Validation Engineer

Prototyping

Posted on 6/6/2024

Zoox

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$151k - $250kAnnually

+ Sign-on Bonus + Amazon RSUs + Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights

Expert

San Mateo, CA, USA

This position requires onsite presence in Foster City, CA.

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • 10+ years of relevant experience with 6+ being hands-on in testing or validation
  • B.S. in a relevant field such as Mechanical, Robotics, Electrical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or Systems Engineering
  • Knowledgeable of vehicle systems, such as steering, brakes, localization, motor controls, CAN, Ethernet, and/or vehicle architectures
  • Knowledge of electrical systems, embedded systems, physics, and mathematics
  • Experience with CAN, LIN analysis, and debugging tools (PCAN, CANalyzer, CANape, etc.)
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics and vehicle drive and chassis systems, such as motors, brakes, and steering
Responsibilities
  • Define and design testing and validation procedures and utilities to develop validation master plans, process flow diagrams, test cases, and standard operating procedures
  • Write comprehensive test plans based on requirements and analyze validation test data
  • Conduct mechanical and electrical validation of prototyping projects
  • Identify, document, and highlight cross-functional validation gaps and dependencies to resolve integration test and validation issues
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues in the field, and trace failures to subsystems and components by modifying testing methods or revising test objectives and standards
  • Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems engineers to develop modules, systems, and test equipment

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 for navigating urban environments and can comfortably accommodate four passengers. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimized safety and efficiency, with a strong commitment to sustainability through fully electric vehicles. The goal is to enhance urban transportation, making it smarter and safer while improving the quality of life in cities.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

47%
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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

INACTIVE