Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Scenario Generation

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and supporting ecosystem for mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
$190,000 - $285,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Automotive

Description For Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Scenario Generation

Zoox, a pioneering company in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Senior/Staff Software Engineer to join their Simulation team. This role is crucial in developing virtual environments for testing and validating their autonomous driving systems. The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $190,000 to $285,000, plus Amazon RSUs and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights.

The role focuses on creating and managing simulation scenarios that are essential for Zoox's rapid iteration on driving software and hardware. You'll be working with Python to develop large-scale platforms for generating autonomous driving scenarios, helping ensure the safety and reliability of Zoox's autonomous vehicles before real-world deployment.

As a Senior/Staff Engineer, you'll be at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and autonomous vehicle technology. The position requires strong Python development skills (4+ years) and significant industry experience (8+ years) in related fields. The team values diverse perspectives and encourages applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including various insurance options, flexible time off, and equity components through both Amazon RSUs and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. Based in Seattle, WA, with a hybrid work arrangement, this role provides an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking autonomous vehicle technology while working with a fast-moving, execution-oriented team.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers who are passionate about autonomous vehicles and want to make a significant impact in the future of urban mobility. The role combines technical challenges with the excitement of working on cutting-edge simulation technology that directly influences the safety and effectiveness of autonomous vehicles.

Last updated 7 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Scenario Generation

  • Develop Python platform for large scale generation of autonomous driving scenarios for simulation
  • Procedurally generate driving scenarios in geographic areas by placing entities in 3D space and defining behaviors
  • Help define scenario concepts for simulation and associated scenario description file formats

Requirements For Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Scenario Generation

Python
TypeScript
  • BS in Computer Science or related field
  • 4+ years industry experience developing in Python
  • 8+ years of experience in a related field

Benefits For Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Simulation Scenario Generation

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision 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
  • Sign-on bonus may be offered

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