Senior Staff Software Engineer, Backend
Scout MotorsSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
$280,000 – $400,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Robotics & Automation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
Requirements
Candidates must have a BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field and at least 15 years of software engineering experience, including 7 years building large-scale distributed systems. Deep expertise in distributed systems design, soft real-time processing, and scalable architectures is required, along with proficiency in Kotlin, Go, Java, or similar languages for backend development. Experience with event-driven architectures, cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS), and microservices architecture is essential, as well as strong understanding of system reliability and operational concerns.
Responsibilities
The Senior Staff/Principal Software Engineer will architect and evolve Product Software's distributed systems to support scaling autonomous fleet operations. They will drive technical strategy and make key architectural decisions for the fleet management platform, lead the design and implementation of high-availability, real-time scheduling and dispatch systems, and partner with product, operations, and other engineering teams to define the technical roadmap. Additionally, they will mentor and provide technical leadership to a team of senior engineers, establish best practices for system reliability and performance, and drive cross-team initiatives to integrate Product Software with vehicle systems, customer apps, and operations tools.
Skills
Kotlin
Go
Java
Distributed Systems
Soft Real-Time Processing
Scalable Architectures
Event-Driven Architectures
Message Queuing Systems
AWS
Microservices Architecture
System Reliability
Monitoring
Operational Concerns
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