Software Engineer - Core Middleware at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, Autonomous VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++14/17)
Strong background in developing scalable, distributed applications in Linux and the Nvidia Drive platform
Experience with GPU/CUDA programming
Experience with robotics frameworks/middleware (e.g., ROS/ROS2)

Responsibilities

Contribute to the technical direction and architecture of our robotics middleware platform and the runtime control system
Develop and maintain platform-agnostic middleware components, including Robot state machine, software interfaces, task schedulers, data transport layers, diagnostic reporting, and message interfaces
Participate in design reviews and code reviews to maintain high code quality and share knowledge
Collaborate extensively with software teams across the organization to ensure the middleware meets all technical requirements
Participate in technical forums, contribute to technical documentation, and adhere to established best practices

Skills

Real-Time Computing

Cross-Platform Development

Middleware Framework

Robot State Machine

Task Schedulers

Data Transport Layers

Diagnostic Reporting

Message Interfaces

Performance Optimization

Debugging

Code Reviews

Design Reviews

Technical Documentation

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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