Contract Student Worker – Firmware Engineer (FW Thermal/Body)

Ev Magazine; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract through Zoox vendor

On-site office access in CA

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Firmware Engineer student worker to develop diagnostics for autonomous vehicle firmware across body, thermal, lighting, and door functions. You will own parts of the diagnostic infrastructure and contribute to the full firmware development cycle, from prototyping to validation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a BS/MS program with C++ and Python skills, familiarity with embedded MCUs, and a strong interest in driverless mobility and safety-critical software.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in CS, CE, EE or equivalent.
• Proficiency in modern C++ for firmware development.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Basic knowledge of embedded micro-controllers or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC).

Responsibilities

• Develop and test diagnostics for vehicle firmware across body, thermal, lighting, and doors.
• Contribute to all phases of the software lifecycle from prototyping to validation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define diagnostic requirements and ensure fault detection and serviceability.

Skills

C++ firmware

Python

Embedded systems

Control systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

GTest

Job description

## About the roleAbout Zoox Zoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous, electric vehicles designed from the ground up for a driverless future. Our mission is to make transportation safer, more sustainable, and accessible to everyone. At Zoox, innovation, collaboration, and a bold vision for the future drive everything we do. About Our Part Time Student Worker Program Zoox’s program offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, mentorship from some of the industry’s brightest minds, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to real projects. We seek part time student workers who demonstrate strong academic performance, engagement beyond the classroom, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in Zoox’s mission. Project Overview Zoox is seeking a motivated Firmware Engineer student worker to join our team, focusing on diagnostic services for the thermal and body systems. This is an opportunity to own highly-visible, foundational projects where you will extend our existing diagnostic infrastructure. You will work on the full development cycle of robot firmware development.## In this role, you will:Work on the development of diagnostics for autonomous vehicle software, ensuring robust fault detection, reactions, and serviceability Design, develop, and test embedded software for body, thermal, lighting, and door functions of the Zoox vehicle Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation Collaborate with system, software, hardware, and test engineers to define, implement, and validate diagnostic requirements## Qualifications:Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or equivalent experience Proficiency in modern C++ for firmware development Experience with Python programming Experience with embedded micro-controllers and/or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC) Basic knowledge of control systems for electromechanical systems## Bonus Qualifications:Familiarity with C++ unit testing principles and framework such as gtest Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)## Program Requirements:Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S., in a relevant engineering field Available for a 6 month project Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week Ability to commute on-site to one of our offices Student Worker may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside## About the employer$30 per hour. This is a contract position and employment for this position will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly pay range is posted and you will be eligible for a benefits package as offered by the vendor.