Embedded Drive Systems Engineer for Autonomous Vehicles

Zoox

Northern, Foster City (KY, CA)

Hybrid

USD 137,000 - 207,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Zoox is seeking an embedded software engineer for our Firmware Drive Systems team. You will develop and validate real-time embedded software that translates autonomous trajectories into drive commands, while ensuring safety of trajectory execution and ECUs.

You will build simulation and test infrastructure (SIL/HIL), integrate subsystems, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver a safe, automated driving experience.

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Robotics or equivalent experience.
  • Strong embedded C/C++ and Python for tests.
  • Experience with real-time embedded software for distributed electro-mechanical systems.
  • Familiarity with automotive protocols CAN/LIN and sensor/actuator integration.
  • Experience with safety-critical development practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Build and contribute to simulation, emulation, SIL, and HIL infrastructure.
  • Design, develop, and test embedded software for autonomous trajectory execution.
  • Contribute to control source arbitration and safety monitoring.
  • Integrate supplier subsystems into the Zoox software stack.
  • Collaborate across Motion & Controls, Vehicle Dynamics, and Safety Systems teams.

Skills

Embedded C/C++
Python for test
Real-time embedded software
CAN/LIN protocols

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent

Tools

QNX
SafeRTOS/FreeRTOS
Polarion
CANalyzer/CANape

Job description

Zoox is seeking an embedded software engineer for our Firmware Drive Systems team. You will develop and validate real-time embedded software that translates autonomous trajectories into drive commands, while ensuring safety of trajectory execution and ECUs.

You will build simulation and test infrastructure (SIL/HIL), integrate subsystems, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver a safe, automated driving experience.

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