Zoox
Software Development Engineer in Test
Foster City, CA · Mid
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~61% per draw at Level IV). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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$3,237 more — $164,237 — moves this role to Level IV and 4 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $164,237 would place this position at wage Level IV. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers (15-1253) · San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- These efforts are critical to maintaining our code quality and ensuring our service capabilities are operating as intended.
- Accountability and integrity are core to our 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.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development and maintenance of large-scale event-driven software/hardware -in-the-loop (SIL/HIL) tests and testing frameworks, utilizing advanced software patterns to improve modularity and reduce code duplication.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
- 4+ years of experience with demonstrated ownership of complex projects
- Good technical communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex test failures and provide clear impact assessments for our tests, tools, and pipelines.
- Demonstrated experience delivering complex projects in Python, including the use of AI-based coding, such as for infrastructure development, tooling and automated test writing.
- Practical knowledge of Linux internals and networking protocols used in high-throughput real-time systems.
- Deep understanding of HIL and SIL methodologies, including real-time fault injection.
- Ownership from design, to implementation and maintenance of automated testing pipelines (e.g., using Bamboo, Buildkite, Jenkins, or similar CI Tools) and developing custom automation plugins.
- Bonus Qualifications:
- Strong C++
- Experience applying Generative AI or Machine Learning tools to code, audit and improve test coverage and documentation.
- 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.
Nice to have
- Pytest customization experience
- Background in autonomous systems or safety-critical robotics validation.
- Experience with real-time communication protocols (e.g., DDS, I2C, SPI, CAN, GMSL2).
- 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.
Compensation
- $161k-$220k
Company info
- We are seeking a highly motivated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join the Release Management Team.
- As a Software Development Engineer in Test on the Release Management team at Zoox, you will help accelerate our software release by ensuring that we are shipping the safest and most reliable software possible.
- We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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