Senior Embedded Middleware & Automation Engineer

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on C/C++ and Python user-space and middleware development in Linux environments
• BS/MS in CS, CE, or EE.
• Proficient in designing Bash scripts, custom developer tooling, and automated workflows for Linux-based systems.
• Experienced in building, maintaining, and scaling CI/CD pipelines, automation testing frameworks, and infrastructure.
• Competent in multi-layer software debugging, system logging implementation, and configuring telemetry or observability tooling.
• Functional knowledge of integrating and troubleshooting communication protocols including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, Ethernet, and CAN.[Qualification]

Additional Information

As the Connectivity and Audio Manager at Zoox, you will lead efforts to deliver stable, high-performance, updatable, and secure automotive control units, primarily focused on audio and connectivity systems. You'll play a key role in a fast-moving, collaborative environment, where the embedded software team is central to building Zoox's ground-up autonomous vehicle platform. With many components designed and developed in-house, including custom software stacks, your team will be instrumental in delivering systems that meet both the rigorous demands of fleet-scale deployment and evolving customer expectations. In this role, you will be responsible for hiring, mentoring, and growing a team of embedded software developers and validation engineers. Your focus will be on enabling deterministic, high-performance behavior in resource-constrained, safety-critical electronic control units (ECUs). These systems must be robust, highly available, and optimized for the unique challenges of autonomous mobility at scale. 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. Follow us on LinkedIn Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.

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