Software Engineer, Operational Tools

Posted Yesterday
Foster City, CA, USA
Hybrid
160K-215K 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
Design and implement scalable, reliable full-stack web applications supporting autonomous robotaxi fleet monitoring and operations. Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA engineers, remote operators, and engineering teams to build features, improve existing systems, and optimize application performance, including latency, CPU and memory usage, and database queries. Contribute to in-vehicle visualization and real-time rider support tools while developing toward senior-level responsibilities.
Summary Generated by Built In

Zoox is hiring software engineers to build the tools that power our autonomous ride-hailing service. The Operational Tools team plays a critical role in bringing Zoox’s vision of autonomous mobility to life.

We’re building a collaborative, high-performing team with diverse technical backgrounds and perspectives. If you’re excited about creating impactful software and tackling one of the most ambitious engineering challenges of our time, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Operational Tools enable the safe, reliable, and scalable operation of Zoox’s growing fleet of autonomous robotaxis. As a member of the team, you’ll work closely with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and remote operators to develop full-stack web applications that support fleet monitoring and operations at scale. You’ll also help build in-vehicle visualization systems and real-time rider support tools that directly shape the customer experience.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex, cross-functional problems, working across domains, and building innovative systems with visible, real-world impact.


In this role you will:

  • Design and implement highly scalable and reliable web applications to support Zoox's autonomous robotaxi service under the supervision of more senior engineers

  • Collaborate with software engineering teams, PMs, designers  to build new features.

  • Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance existing software systems by optimizing latency, CPU/memory usage, and database queries.

  • Have the chance to grow into a Senior Engineer with the support of your manager, mentor and team members. 

Qualifications:

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, plus 3+ years of professional software development experience. 
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, or Python. 
  • Experience building applications with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React, Vue, Svelte) and/or backend web frameworks (e.g. Flask, FastAPI). 
  • Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools and workflows to improve engineering productivity, code quality, and user experiences. 

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in a low-level language such as Java, Kotlin, C, C++, or Rust.

  • Familiarity with low-level Linux system protocols, firmware, and ECUs.

  • Experience developing tools that support operations. 

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

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 3+ years of professional software development experience
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, or Python
  • Experience building applications with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, or Svelte, and/or backend frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI
  • Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools and workflows
  • Proficiency in a low-level language such as Java, Kotlin, C, C++, or Rust
  • Familiarity with low-level Linux system protocols, firmware, and ECUs
  • Experience developing tools that support operations

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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