Software Engineer - Mobile Apps at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

Zoox Logo
$185,000 – $232,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Autonomous Vehicles, Ride-HailingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant experience, with a BS / MS in Computer Science or a related field
  • Strong background in MVVM mobile architecture and UI development on Android and/or iOS, utilizing Kotlin (Jetpack Compose) and/or Swift (SwiftUI)
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain production-grade mobile applications from scratch
  • Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, product, and design teams to drive features from concept to launch
  • Passion for learning new technologies, domains and challenging the status quo
  • Bonus Qualifications
  • Strong Computer Science fundamentals and a generalist mindset
  • Experience integrating mobile apps with hardware via Bluetooth or similar wireless technologies
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and enhancing developer workflows

Responsibilities

  • Develop scalable, high-performance mobile applications for iOS and/or Android
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including rider experience, backend services, AI, mapping, and infrastructure—to design innovative solutions
  • Partner with design and product teams to create intuitive, efficient, and seamless rider experiences
  • Shape the future of rider experiences in autonomous vehicle ride-hailing, solving real-world challenges

Skills

iOS
Android
Kotlin
Jetpack Compose
Swift
SwiftUI
MVVM
Bluetooth
CI/CD
Automated Testing

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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