Software Engineer, Operational Tools

Zoox
Foster City, CA
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience building scalable web applications and working on autonomous mobility systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in full-stack web development for fleet operations or autonomous systems
    — “develop full-stack web applications that support fleet monitoring and operations at scale
  • Engineers who enjoy solving complex, cross-functional problems with measurable impact
    — “solving complex, cross-functional problems, working across domains, and building innovative systems with visible, real-world impact
  • Individuals with a background in AI-powered development tools and workflows
    — “Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools and workflows to improve engineering productivity, code quality, and user experiences

Things to consider

  • The role requires a strong foundation in at least one of the listed programming languages and frameworks
    — “Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, or Python
  • Compensation is tied to the candidate's level, which depends on experience and interview performance
    — “Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with optimizing system performance and database queries in your resume and interview responses
    — “enhance existing software systems by optimizing latency, CPU/memory usage, and database queries
  • Emphasize your ability to build tools that support operations, even if it's not explicitly listed in your background
    — “Experience developing tools that support operations
  • Showcase your work with modern frontend and backend frameworks in specific projects or roles
    — “Experience building applications with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React, Vue, Svelte) and/or backend web frameworks (e.g. Flask, FastAPI)
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • design and implement web applications
  • collaborate with teams to build new features
  • enhance existing software systems
  • optimize latency, CPU/memory usage, and database queries
Typical background
BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field3+ years of professional software development experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Javascript/typescriptHtml/cssPythonModern Frontend FrameworksBackend Web FrameworksAi-powered Development Tools

Preferred

Low-level LanguagesLinux System ProtocolsExperience Developing Tools That Support Operations

Stack & domain

JavaScriptTypeScriptHTMLCSSPythonReactVueSvelteFlaskFastapiAi-powered Development ToolsCollaborationProblem-solvingInnovationWeb DevelopmentAutonomous Vehicles

About the role

Original posting from Zoox via Lever

Zoox is hiring software engineers to build the tools that power our autonomous ride-hailing service. The Operational Tools team plays a critical role in bringing Zoox’s vision of autonomous mobility to life.

We’re building a collaborative, high-performing team with diverse technical backgrounds and perspectives. If you’re excited about creating impactful software and tackling one of the most ambitious engineering challenges of our time, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Operational Tools enable the safe, reliable, and scalable operation of Zoox’s growing fleet of autonomous robotaxis. As a member of the team, you’ll work closely with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and remote operators to develop full-stack web applications that support fleet monitoring and operations at scale. You’ll also help build in-vehicle visualization systems and real-time rider support tools that directly shape the customer experience.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex, cross-functional problems, working across domains, and building innovative systems with visible, real-world impact.

In this role you will::

Design and implement highly scalable and reliable web applications to support Zoox's autonomous robotaxi service under the supervision of more senior engineers

Collaborate with software engineering teams, PMs, designers  to build new features.

Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance existing software systems by optimizing latency, CPU/memory usage, and database queries.

Have the chance to grow into a Senior Engineer with the support of your manager, mentor and team members. 

Qualifications::

BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, plus 3+ years of professional software development experience. 

Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, or Python. 

Experience building applications with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React, Vue, Svelte) and/or backend web frameworks (e.g. Flask, FastAPI). 

Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools and workflows to improve engineering productivity, code quality, and user experiences. 

Bonus Qualifications::

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Proficiency in a low-level language such as Java, Kotlin, C, C++, or Rust.

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Familiarity with low-level Linux system protocols, firmware, and ECUs.

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Experience developing tools that support operations. 

Compensation:

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. 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, and life insurance.

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.

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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.

Source: Zoox careers (Lever)

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