Full-Time
Staff/Senior Technical Operations Engineer
Updated on 9/10/2024
Zoox
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous, all-electric mobility vehicles
Compensation Overview
$222k - $293kAnnually
Expert
San Mateo, CA, USA
- 10+ years of IT experience and 5+ years of real-time operations experience
- BS / MS in Information Technology or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of working successfully in critical real-time operations, e.g. life-safety, financial, transportation, etc
- Full-stack knowledge: Understanding of the concepts of production IT environments and end-to-end service delivery.
- Experience with Linux systems administration, preferably Ubuntu
- Demonstrable knowledge of networking concepts and troubleshooting: OSI model, TCP/IP, DMZ
- Exposure to operating production environments in AWS
- Familiarity with real-time monitoring solutions and concepts
- Beneficial: Exposure to EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service)
- Work within the Zoox Fusion Center, serving as the primary IT point-of-contact during work hours.
- Support real-time operations by providing immediate troubleshooting and technical assistance.
- Oversee the monitoring of our active robot fleet, ensuring constant vigilance and a quick response to any issues.
- Implement and manage real-time monitoring solutions to maintain system stability.
- Provide robust technical support for deployed environments in AWS.
- Utilize your expertise in networking, and cloud computing to ensure operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with multiple technical and support teams to enhance our real-time operations capabilities.
- Work collaboratively to discover, document, and optimize real-time technical operations processes.
- Apply SRE principles to improve the reliability, scalability, and performance of our systems.
- Drive continuous improvement in our real-time operations environment.
Zoox is at the forefront of transforming urban mobility with its focus on developing autonomous, electric vehicles tailored for efficient mobility-as-a-service. By prioritizing environmental concerns with vehicles designed to reduce congestion and pollution, Zoox stands out as a leader in creating safer and more sustainable urban transit solutions. Working at Zoox offers a dynamic environment where technology and sustainability intersect, providing a unique opportunity for those passionate about shaping the future of transportation.
Company Stage
M&A
Total Funding
$2.3B
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2014
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 18%2 year growth
↑ 45%
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.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Sick Days
Free Lunch or Snacks
Employee Assitance Program