Senior Software Engineer - AWS Security at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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$217,000 – $307,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in cloud or infrastructure security, with at least 5 years focused on AWS
  • Deep technical expertise in IAM, network security, and AWS services (VPC, ECS/EKS, EC2, S3, CloudTrail, KMS, etc.)
  • Strong proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred)
  • Strong understanding of encryption, key management, and secure connectivity
  • Programming/scripting skills (Python, Go, or similar) for automation and integration
  • Bonus Qualifications
  • Experience implementing automated compliance and audit frameworks (CIS, SOC2, ISO 27001)
  • Experience with container and workload security (EKS, ECS, Kubernetes)
  • AWS Certified Security – Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect – Professional

Responsibilities

  • Lead the architecture of secure, resilient AWS environments following AWS best practices
  • Architect and enforce enterprise IAM strategies including roles, permissions boundaries, and identity federation
  • Design and implement secure VPC topologies, private connectivity, and hybrid network patterns (Transit Gateway, PrivateLink, etc.)
  • Establish continuous auditability of cloud assets and configuration states using AWS Config, CloudTrail, and Security Hub
  • Implement secure infrastructure using Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation
  • Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and software-defined infrastructure in AWS cloud environment
  • Establish best-in-class security practices across AWS, driving automation-first infrastructure security
  • Partner with engineering and platform teams to embed security into every layer of the technology stack
  • Act as a security champion, ensuring infrastructure designs meet the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity, and availability while maintaining operational efficiency and scalability through Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Skills

AWS
IAM
VPC
Terraform
CloudFormation
AWS CDK
Python
Go
EKS
ECS
Kubernetes
CloudTrail
Security Hub
AWS Config
KMS

Zoox

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

About Zoox

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.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$1,206.2MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Sick Days
Free Lunch or Snacks
Employee Assitance Program

Risks

Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise may impact Zoox's market share.
Expansion into new cities introduces regulatory and operational challenges for Zoox.
Partnership with Williams Racing may divert focus from core vehicle development.

Differentiation

Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.
Zoox's vehicles feature a unique, futuristic design with advanced AI systems.
Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and efficiency.

Upsides

Zoox's expansion into Austin and Miami opens new markets and data collection opportunities.
Partnership with Williams Racing boosts Zoox's brand visibility in the U.S. market.
Hiring former Tesla executive Gao could accelerate Zoox's technological advancements.

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