Zoox

Senior/Staff Software Engineer - C++ Simulation Platform

Foster City, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$245k-$305kDetected 28 days ago

C++Platform EngineeringRESTMachine LearningPyTorchRobotics

About the role

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Architect and support foundational simulation software, focusing heavily on execution frameworks and latency optimization.
Own the interface between our high-speed GPU simulation framework and the rest of the self-driving software stack.
Improve simulation performance directly and build self-serve systems that accelerate the work of autonomy and ML engineers.
Collaborate closely with ML experts to bridge fidelity gaps between fast simulations and high-fidelity 3D environments.

Bachelor's or Master's in computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in a related software engineering field.
Deep expertise in modern C++ software development and system architecture.
Strong understanding of execution frameworks, latency optimization, and memory management.
System design experience, specifically building deterministic software in distributed computer clusters.
Bonus Qualifications:
Familiarity with spatial reinforcement learning or modern ML frameworks (e.g., JAX, PyTorch).
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team. Follow us on LinkedIn Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter. A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Automotive, robotics, or AAA video game industry experience.
Familiarity with PubSub systems.
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market.
A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position.

Our simulations need to run at a huge scale to cover everything that might happen, and to help prove our driving to be safe.

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