Software Engineering Manager, Rider Support Tools

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Foster City, CA, USA
Hybrid
215K-265K Annually
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
Zoox is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the team building the tools that power our autonomous ride-sharing service. The Rider Support Tools team plays a critical role in bringing Zoox’s mission—delivering safe, seamless autonomous mobility to the world—to life.
 
This team develops the systems that enable the safe, efficient operation of our rapidly growing fleet of autonomous robotaxis and ensure exceptional rider experiences. As an Engineering Manager, you will partner closely with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and remote operators to deliver full-stack web applications that monitor and support the fleet at scale, power in-vehicle visualization systems, and enable real-time rider support.
 
If you’re energized by solving novel, cross-domain challenges and want to lead work with clear, real-world impact on the future of transportation, this role is for you.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead a team of highly skilled engineers building large-scale web applications to support Zoox's autonomous robotaxi service.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Executive leadership to translate business objectives into a high-impact technical roadmap.
  • Be the primary advocate for the team, grow its engineers, help resolve conflicts, and recognize people while fostering inclusivity, collaboration, and high morale.
  • Strategically manage resources to enhance overall team efficiency, ensuring clear prioritization of feature delivery against technical stability.
  • Provide technical support on important architectural decisions across frontend, backend, infrastructure, and AI investments. 
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, perform code reviews, and promote engineering best practices

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of experience in Engineering Management.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience developing and maintaining full-stack web applications.
  • Proficiency with modern front-end frameworks such as Vue, React, or Svelte.
  • Experience working with AWS or comparable cloud infrastructure platforms.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

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.

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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