Software Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Robot Link Platform): Building cloud backend services for driverless robotaxis with an accent on reliable communication between robot software and cloud services. Focus on designing microservices, architecting platform solutions for fleet management, and optimizing network topologies and protocols.

Location: Hybrid in Foster City, CA

Company

Zoox is an autonomous vehicle company developing driverless robotaxis.

What you will do

• Develop and deploy scalable, fault-tolerant backend services.
• Write modular, testable code and troubleshoot issues across cloud services and transport protocols.
• Implement metrics to monitor performance and reliability.
• Contribute to long-term architecture and technical roadmaps.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and program management.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science or 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Typescript, Java, or Python.
• Strong knowledge of REST, API design, database technologies, and caching.
• Familiarity with webserver technologies such as Node, Nginx, or Apache.
• Solid understanding of networking and debugging skills.