Senior Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Metrics Platform

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and supporting ecosystem for mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
Foster City, CA, USA
$260,000 - $330,000
Distributed Systems
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Automotive · Robotics

Description For Senior Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Metrics Platform

Zoox, a pioneering company in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead their simulation metrics platform development. This crucial role will shape the future of robotaxi service validation and autonomous systems development.

The position offers a comprehensive compensation package ranging from $260,000 to $330,000, plus Amazon RSUs and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable systems for metrics development and maintenance across the organization.

As the Senior Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing solutions that impact autonomy safety, capability, comfort, and fleet operational efficiency. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including Ray, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms while leading and mentoring a team of engineers.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of experience in large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems, with 5 years in technical leadership. Strong programming skills in Java/Kotlin, Python, or C/C++ are essential, along with expertise in cloud platforms and container orchestration.

Zoox offers an attractive benefits package including comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and long-term care insurance. The company's mission to revolutionize urban mobility through autonomous technology provides an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design.

The hybrid work environment in Foster City, CA, combined with the company's commitment to diversity and innovation, makes this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in the autonomous vehicle industry. The role offers the chance to shape the future of transportation while working with a fast-moving, execution-oriented team.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Metrics Platform

  • Design and implement highly scalable and reliable systems for metrics development
  • Develop technical strategy and roadmap with clear goals and timelines
  • Lead efforts to optimize systems for performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Ensure project execution and delivery
  • Influence and coach a team of engineers, promoting best practices

Requirements For Senior Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Metrics Platform

Java
Python
Kubernetes
  • 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role
  • 8+ years of experience building large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems
  • 5 years of experience with design, architecture, and testing/launching software products
  • Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Ray
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes
  • Experience with networking, storage, and database technologies
  • Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Strong programming skills in Java/Kotlin, Python, or C/C++

Benefits For Senior Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Metrics Platform

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Stock appreciation rights
  • Amazon RSUs

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