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Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Embedded Linux

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Zoox is looking for a software engineer to join our Embedded Linux team. In this role, you will develop, extend, and maintain embedded Linux platforms for the Zoox vehicle. You will work closely with embedded software and validation engineers to enable support for new advanced platforms and accelerate application development across multiple projects. We are looking for people who are passionate about software, open-source projects, and creating robust and reusable software.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, debug, optimize, review, and test software for Linux-embedded platforms
  • Leverage multiple open source projects to expand Linux systems capabilities
  • Develop new and maintain existing features for custom-embedded Linux boards
  • Build custom Linux distributions based on manufacturer’s Board Support Packages
  • Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

Qualifications

  • 8+ years experience and  Bachelor’s or  7+ years and Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of previous development experience on Linux
  • Experience developing native user mode applications is required
  • Expert C programming experience, Expert level in Shell and Python scripting
  • Experience with Layer 2 networking protocols

Bonus Qualification

  • Linux kernel. Experience controlling hardware from the kernel
  • Experience with Yocto or other embedded Linux build frameworks
  • Experience with networking technologies

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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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.

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4000 E 3rd Ave, Foster City, CA, United States, 94404

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