Zoox is transforming mobility-as-a-service by developing a fully autonomous, purpose-built fleet designed for AI to drive and humans to enjoy.
As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will validate firmware functionality at the component and subsystem level, ensuring features operate reliably within the broader vehicle platform. This includes testing embedded applications, control logic, and feature integrations across hardware interfaces, sensors, and actuators to confirm they meet functional, performance, and safety requirements. Your work directly impacts the quality and readiness of customer-facing features by catching issues early, improving integration stability, and enabling smooth handoff to system-level validation. Through close collaboration with firmware developers, systems engineers, and cross-functional teams, you will help deliver robust and reliable embedded features to production
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.
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.
In this role, you will:
Develop comprehensive test plans based on requirementsDevelop and implement automated tests on complex embedded systemsOperate in multiple test layers optimized for efficiency, managing Manage test suites across multiple CI frameworkDevelop new firmware tests / review and refine existing firmware tests Qualifications
BS in relevant engineering discipline2+ Years of relevant experienceStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExperience developing/testing embedded firmwareObject-oriented programming experience (Python preferred)Bonus Qualifications
Experience developing in C++Experience with Python test frameworks (pytest, etc.)Experience with one or more functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 62304, IEC 61508, DO-178)