Contract Student Worker - Software Engineer (40 hrs/wk)

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations

Vendor-based employment

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a contract student worker to build and maintain features for QA apps using TypeScript, Python, and React. You will work under senior engineers to design test frameworks and automation pipelines, contribute to agent-assisted tooling, and write tests to ensure reliability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, independence on well-scoped tasks, and on-site work at Zoox offices. Availability for at least three months and 40 hours per week is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field (completed or in progress).
• 0–2 years of software engineering experience or internship.
• Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Familiarity with React, REST APIs, and Git/version control.
• Ability to work independently on well-scoped tasks and ask clarifying questions.
• Strong communication and eagerness to learn from senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain features for full-stack QA applications (TypeScript frontend/backend, Python for non-frontend services).
• Assist in designing and implementing test/integration/e2e frameworks and pipelines.
• Contribute to tooling such as LLM-based classifiers and evaluation scripts.
• Write and maintain unit/integration tests and fix bugs to improve reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to triage pain points and build solutions.

Skills

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

REST APIs

Git/version control

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Currently enrolled in BS/MS program

Tools

Git

React

REST APIs

Job description

About Zoox

Zoox is an autonomous ridehailing company building the world's first purpose-built robotaxi — fully electric, bidirectional, with no steering wheel or driver's seat. Backed by Amazon and founded to make transportation safer, cleaner, and more accessible, Zoox designs its vehicles entirely around the rider. We're currently operating in Las Vegas and San Francisco, with Austin and Miami on the horizon, and testing underway across seven U.S. markets.

About Our Contract Student Worker Program

Zoox's contract student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. You'll contribute to real projects, work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology, and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. We're looking for students who bring strong academic foundations, curiosity that doesn't stop at coursework, and a drive to be part of something that matters.

Role Overview

Build and maintain features for full-stack QA applications (TypeScript frontend/backend, Python for non-frontend services), under the guidance of senior engineersAssist in designing and implementing test/integration/end-to-end frameworks and pipeline automationContribute to agent-assisted tooling — e.g., wiring up LLM-based classifiers, structured tool interfaces, or evaluation scripts for existing agentic workflows, with senior engineers owning architecture and safety-critical decisionsWrite and maintain unit/integration tests, fix bugs, and improve the reliability of existing toolsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to understand test and triage pain points and help build solutions

Responsibilities

Working with our leadsCollaborating with our customersSoftware development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (completed, or in progress/recently completed) in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• 0-2 years of professional or internship experience in software engineering
• Working proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Familiarity with React (or a similar frontend framework), REST APIs, and Git/version control
• Ability to work independently on well-scoped tasks and ask clarifying questions when requirements are ambiguous
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn from senior engineers

Bonus Qualifications

Familiar with React

Program Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in a relevant discipline.
• Available to commit to a minimum three-month assignment.
• Able to commit a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Able to work on-site at one of our office locations.
• Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentations.

We want to be transparent: this is not an internship. The Part-Time Student Worker Program is designed to complement your academic experience by providing meaningful, ongoing work alongside your studies. Rather than participating in a cohort-based program, you'll join a team directly and contribute to real projects with real impact. While the program does not include structured intern programming or a pathway to full-time employment, it offers valuable opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.

Compensation for this role is $30/hour. This is a contract position; employment will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly rate is as posted, and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.

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 [e-mail] 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.