We are seeking a highly versatile Sensor & Hardware Safety Engineer to bridge the gap between rigorous hardware reliability and real-world system behavior. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for 50% hardware-level Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and 50% system-level sensor safety (SOTIF / ISO 21448). You will ensure that our custom hardware meets strict ASIL compliance while guaranteeing our advanced sensor suites (Cameras, LiDAR, Radar) operate safely through perception edge-cases and environmental challenges.
In This Role, You Will:
- Evaluate supplier technical documentation for advanced imagers, microprocessors, and SoCs to verify SEooC and AoU alignment.
- Assess vendor deliverables to guarantee ASIL standards are met for firmware/software maturity and diagnostic systems.
- Execute board-level FMEDA for sophisticated integrated circuits, including FPGAs and microcontrollers.
- Partner with Software, FW, and EE departments to define architectural requirements that enhance diagnostic monitoring.
- Support the V&V team in developing SOTIF-compliant simulation and physical test protocols for edge-case scenarios.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a B.S. in Automotive, Robotics, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
- At least 3 years of professional experience involving board bring-up, silicon validation, or hardware design.
- Understanding of SOTIF and ISO 26262 safety protocols.
- Strong interpersonal and professional communication capabilities within a collaborative environment
Bonus Qualifications
- ISO 26262 professional certification (CFSP or CFSE).
- Background in automotive-grade hardware validation and design.
- Experience utilizing traceability platforms like JAMA or Polarion.
- Familiarity with industry standards including IEC 61508, DO-254, and DO-178C during board bring-up.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Automotive, Robotics, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
- At least 3 years of professional experience involving board bring-up, silicon validation, or hardware design
- Understanding of SOTIF and ISO 26262 safety protocols
- Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills in a collaborative environment
- ISO 26262 professional certification, such as CFSP or CFSE
- Experience with automotive-grade hardware validation and design
- Experience with traceability platforms such as JAMA or Polarion
- Familiarity with IEC 61508, DO-254, and DO-178C
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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.
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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.
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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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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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