Firmware Validation Engineer

Zoox; California (MO); On-site; USD 153,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Stock options / RSUs

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Firmware Validation Engineer to validate firmware across component, subsystem and system levels for its autonomous vehicle platform. You will test embedded applications, control logic, and feature integrations across hardware interfaces, sensors and actuators to ensure reliability, performance and safety.

You will define and develop test plans, implement tests on HiL, Dyno and vehicle rigs, define tooling needs and collaborate with system, firmware and hardware engineers to

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in developing or testing embedded software.
• Test automation with Python or other scripting languages.
• Experience writing code with source control (Git).
• Hands-on technical experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devices.
• Experience parsing and analyzing log data/source code and identifying rootcause.
• Positive attitude, team player, and ability to quickly adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop comprehensive test plans based on requirements, trace testcases to requirements, set pass/fail criteria and refine requirements based on test outcomes
• Develop and implement test plans on multiple test layers (HiL, Dyno, Vehicle)
• Define tooling needs to execute tests and evaluate results efficiently
• Collaborate with system, firmware & hardware engineers to ensureimplementations meet requirements and desired functionality in accordance withproduct requirements.
• Investigate firmware issues through data analysis and issue reproduction

Skills

Python scripting

Git version control

Embedded systems debugging

Log analysis

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering

Tools

Robot testing frameworks

pytest

JIRA

TestRail

Polarion/JAMA/Doors

XRAY

Job description

As a Firmware Validation Engineer, you will validate firmware functionality at the component, subsystem and system level, ensuring features operate reliably within the broader vehicle platform. This includes testing embedded applications, control logic, and feature integrations across hardware interfaces, sensors, and actuators to confirm they meet functional, performance, and safety requirements. Your work directly impacts the quality and readiness of customer-facing features by catching issues early, improving integration stability, and ensuring smooth delivery of these features to internal customers. Through close collaboration with firmware developers, systems engineers and cross-functional teams, you will help deliver robust and reliable features to production.

In this role, you will:

• Define and develop comprehensive test plans based on requirements, trace testcases to requirements, set pass/fail criteria and refine requirements based on test outcomes
• Develop and implement test plans on multiple test layers (HiL, Dyno, Vehicle)
• Define tooling needs to execute tests and evaluate results efficiently
• Collaborate with system, firmware & hardware engineers to ensureimplementations meet requirements and desired functionality in accordance withproduct requirements.
• Investigate firmware issues through data analysis and issue reproduction

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering
• 4+ years of experience in developing or testing embedded software
• Test automation with Python or other scripting languages
• Experience writing code with source control (Git)
• Hands-on technical experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devices
• Experience parsing and analyzing log data/source code and identifying rootcause.
• Positive attitude, team player, and ability to quickly adapt to changes

Bonus Qualifications

• Working knowledge of components/systems such as drive unit, power steering, actuators, braking systems, powertrain and their interactions.
• Experience with Python testing frameworks (Robot, pytest, etc.)
• Experience with continuous integration/deployment systems
• Experience using tools such as JIRA, TestRail, Polarion/JAMA/Doors, XRAY, etc.
• Experience in systems validation or integration
• Ability to develop test plans based on FMEA/vehicle safety concepts analysis

$153,000 - $234,000 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.

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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.