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Security Engineer - PKI Specialist

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and supporting ecosystem for next-generation mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
Foster City, CA, USA
$167,000 - $239,000
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
3+ years of experience
AI · Automotive

Job Description

Zoox, an innovative company developing autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Security Engineer specialized in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for their Cyber Security team. This role combines security engineering with automation, requiring expertise in PKI, Terraform, and Golang.

The position is critical for securing Zoox's infrastructure and involves managing identities across machines, employees, vendors, and customers. The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of security and engineering, developing solutions for both enterprise and consumer-focused PKI implementations.

The role offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $167,000 - $239,000, plus additional benefits like Amazon RSUs and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The position is based in Foster City, CA, with a hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility while maintaining team collaboration.

Key responsibilities include improving security posture for credential management, collaborating with various teams on identity solutions, and implementing automation through Terraform. The role requires 3-5+ years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of PKI principles, and proficiency in Golang/Python.

Zoox's mission to revolutionize urban mobility through autonomous vehicles makes this an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about security and automation. The company values diverse perspectives and encourages applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences.

The comprehensive benefits package includes various insurance options, paid time off, and equity components. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology while building robust security infrastructure for an autonomous vehicle platform.

Working at Zoox means joining a fast-moving team at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, with the opportunity to contribute to the future of transportation technology. The company maintains a strong commitment to innovation and technical excellence while fostering an inclusive environment for all team members.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer - PKI Specialist

  • Work with Developers and Engineers to improve their security posture for credential and key lifecycle management
  • Communicate and collaborate with teams to adopt optimized identity-related solutions
  • Contribute to enhancing the team's technical and organizational structure
  • Define, design and develop methods to improve PKI operational procedures through Terraform deployments and automation
  • Propose and implement solutions to unify security policies on-prem and across hybrid Cloud environments

Requirements For Security Engineer - PKI Specialist

Go
Python
Linux
Kubernetes
  • 3-5+ years in DevSecOps, PKI Engineering, or related engineering roles
  • In-depth knowledge of PKI design principles, standards and best practices across hybrid environments
  • Strong experience with Terraform, including module development and environment provisioning
  • Proficiency in Golang and/or Python for backend development, scripting, and automation tasks
  • Solid understanding of Linux, Windows, and container-based OS environments

Benefits For Security Engineer - PKI Specialist

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • 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
  • Life insurance