Student Contract Worker - Data Analyst (Part-time)

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Part-Time Student Worker in Foster City to contribute to real projects in autonomous technology. You will analyze highway data, mine scenarios with Databricks notebooks, and build dashboards to monitor data collection.

The role requires strong SQL, PySpark, and Python skills, and a willingness to work at least 20 hours per week on-site, for a minimum six months. compensation is $30/hour and employment is through a vendor contracted with Zoox.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BS or MS program in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
• Available to commit to a minimum six month assignment.
• Able to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Able to work on-site at Foster City, CA.
• Must adhere to Zoox confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the coverage and exposure rate of interesting events in highway data.
• Mind highway scenarios and build highway datasets; build dashboards to monitor data collection.
• Write Databricks notebooks to mine scenarios, create datasets, and build dashboards.
• Conduct exposure analysis to identify performance issues and data gaps by analyzing large-scale vehicle logs and simulation data.
• Write data analytic reports.

Skills

SQL

PySpark

Python

Time-series data

Robotics data

Education

BS/MS in CS or Data Science or Engineering

Tools

Databricks

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 Part-Time Student Worker Program

Zoox's part-time 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

Analyze the coverage and exposure rate of interesting events in highway data; mind highway scenarios and build highway datasets; build dashboard to monitor highway data collection

• Write Databricks notebooks to mine scenarios, create datasets, and build dashboards
• Conduct exposure analysis to identity performance issues and data gaps by analyzing large-scale vehicle logs and simulation data
• Write data analytic reports

• Strong proficiency in SQL, PySpark, Python in production environments with standard repo practices
• Experience working with time-series or sensor data
• Familiarity with robotics or AV data is a plus

• ML
• Robotics

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field (or equivalent experience).
• Available to commit to a minimum six month assignment.
• Able to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Able to work on-site at one of our office locations (Foster City).
• 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.