Machine Learning Engineer, 3D Simulation

Reposted 16 Days Ago
Seattle, WA, USA
Hybrid
151K-257K Annually
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Design • Manufacturing
Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that’s created a purpose-built robotaxi to give the world a better way to ride.
The Role
The role involves researching and implementing machine learning approaches for 3D simulation, collaborating with teams to improve simulation fidelity, and building cloud pipelines.
Summary Generated by Built In
The 3D Simulation group at Zoox is looking for machine learning engineers to bring the latest research in 3D vision to improve diversity and blur the line between simulation and reality. You will have access to the best sensor data in the world and an incredible infrastructure for testing and validating your algorithms. Our ML group is working on generating rich and diverse 3D environments, humans, and environmental conditions, and you will be able to contribute to all of these.

In this role, you will:

  • Research, implement, and optimize state of the art machine learning approaches to improve simulation variation and fidelity
  • Collaborate with ML Researchers, Technical Artists and Simulation engineers to bring new ML techniques to our production simulator
  • Build scalable, useable cloud pipelines for machine learning solutions in 3D simulation
  • Improve rendering and tooling for generating realistic data at scale

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience with programming and algorithm design
  • Fluency in Python and C++
  • Experience building and extending radiance field ML models
  • Publications or production experience in human-centric 3D vision, 3D reconstruction, or style transfer
  • Strong mathematical skills and understanding of probabilistic techniques

Bonus Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, or related field
  • Publications in your field (CVPR, ICCV, RSS, ICRA preferred)
  • Experience with generative models for 3D or video content
  • Experience automating 3D content pipelines using applications like Houdini, Maya, or Blender
  • Experience in distributed systems and cloud computing platforms
  • Experience in generative camera, lidar, radar, or LWIR

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 [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.

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of experience with programming and algorithm design
  • Fluency in Python and C++
  • Experience building and extending radiance field ML models
  • Strong mathematical skills and understanding of probabilistic techniques

Zoox Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zoox and has not been reviewed or approved by Zoox.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare is extensive, with broad medical and vision options, company‑paid disability coverage, and multiple mental‑health resources. Feedback suggests coverage breadth and auxiliary programs support a wide range of needs.
  • Parental & Family Support Family supports include paid parental leave, additional pregnancy disability time, fertility coverage, and adoption/surrogacy assistance. Backup care and family‑oriented programs further reinforce support across life stages.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Day‑to‑day perks are robust, including free daily meals, fitness subsidies, commuter support, and on‑site amenities. Feedback suggests these lifestyle benefits enhance convenience and workplace experience, especially for office‑based roles.

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The Company
HQ: Foster City, CA
2,900 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that was founded to provide a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road. To achieve that goal, the company has spent the past 10 years creating a purpose-built robotaxi that gives the world a better way to ride.

Why Work With Us

At Zoox, we are working to solve one of the greatest technological challenges of our generation. From the beginning, we have been focused on our goal of reimagining transportation from the ground up. We are a mission-driven community of innovators working together to create a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road.

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