Engineering Manager, Robot Data Visualization

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 309,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights (Stock)

Amazon RSUs

Paid time off (PTO)

Long-term care insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Zoox is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Robot Data Visualization team, guiding frontend graphics (TypeScript/WebGL/Three.js) and high-performance backend systems (C++). You will shape the roadmap for single-vehicle introspection tools and fleet analytics platforms, mentоr engineers, and push browser performance limits.

You will partner with autonomy, safety and infrastructure teams to translate complex debugging workflows into intuitive visualizations, while nurturing a culture of

Qualifications

• 3+ years in engineering leadership, hiring, and coaching high-performing teams.
• 7+ years in software development with data-intensive apps or tooling.
• Experience pushing browser performance: WebGL, memory, streaming, or large data handling.
• Strong focus on user experience and developer workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the frontend graphics and backend systems team.
• Own the technical and product roadmap for single-vehicle introspection and fleet analytics tools.
• Drive performance optimizations across browser rendering, data streaming, and 3D visualization.
• Mentor engineers and foster an inclusive, high-impact engineering culture.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Frontend graphics

C++ backend

WebGL/Three.js

Tools

TypeScript

WebGL

Three.js

C++

Job description

Zoox is developing state-of-the-art autonomous vehicle software for our purpose-built vehicle. The Robot Data Visualization team owns one of the most critical and widely used internal engineering platform suites at Zoox. Our team builds and scales tools that span the entire spectrum of autonomous data visualization: from single-vehicle deep introspection tools (similar to Webviz or RViz) to fleet-level visualization platforms (similar to kepler.gl or Deck.gl). These web applications serve as the primary lens into autonomous vehicle behavior, enabling engineers across perception, prediction, planning, and systems safety to analyze how our vehicles make decisions in real-time and post-mission scenarios. We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and scale this multi-product engineering team. In this role, you will define product and technical strategy across both single-vehicle and fleet-level visualization domains, mentor high-performing engineers, and push browser execution limits to deliver fast, highly usable, and scalable tools. Here’s a video of our team’s work in action, featuring frame-accurate scene rendering using a multi-widget layout: https://shorturl.at/ewXhT

In This Role, You Will

• Leadership & Team Growth : Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers specializing in frontend graphics (TypeScript, WebGL, Three.js) and high-performance backend systems (C++)
• Product & Technical Vision : Own the technical roadmap across two primary product lines - deep single-vehicle introspection tools and fleet-wide analytics platforms
• Push Web & Performance Limits : Architect strategies to push browser performance boundaries, handling complex 3D rendering, time-series data, video streaming, and multi-layered map assets without sacrificing client-side responsiveness
• Usability & Capability Expansion : Drive continuous improvements in system usability, expanding capability suites so internal engineering users can quickly diagnose edge cases and evaluate fleet performance
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with autonomy, safety and infrastructure teams to convert complex debugging workflows into intuitive visualizations
• Engineering Culture : Foster an inclusive, high-impact culture focused on technical excellence, quality, and continuous mentorship

Qualifications

• Engineering Leadership : 3+ years of experience managing, recruiting, and developing high-performing software engineering teams
• Technical Background : 7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in complex, data-intensive web applications or developer tooling
• Browser Performance Expertise : Direct experience or leadership in pushing browser execution limits (client-side memory management, WebGL/Three.js execution, WebAssembly, or large data streaming)
• Product & UX Focus : Strong dedication to technical user experience and intuitive UI design for developer workflows.

$250,000 - $309,000 a year

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.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.