Backend Engineer
ZipFull Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
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The base salary range is $189,000 - $258,000 a year. Compensation also includes Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, and possibly a sign-on bonus, varying by location, level, experience, and performance.
Zoox offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (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.
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Candidates need 5+ years of industry experience in backend development and distributed systems, comfort establishing guidelines and refactoring code, and knowledge of database design and API development. Bonus skills include FastAPI, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, geospatial data, and workflow automation with Airflow.
You will own and architect backend services, support frontend tools, automate pipelines, and mentor team members on web technologies and distributed systems.
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.