Develop and maintain embedded Linux operating systems for autonomous vehicle devices. Configure Yocto build systems and U-Boot bootloaders, develop device drivers and kernel components in C, C++, or Rust, optimize performance, support hardware bring-up and manufacturing, and collaborate across software, hardware, release, and operations teams.
Zoox's Robot Software Infrastructure team is seeking a passionate software engineer to help develop and advance the common performant operating system that powers several devices on our Robotaxi including onboard AI systems running Autonomy software. This team develops platform-level software and services, including custom operating systems that enable complex, hardware-accelerated workloads critical for autonomous driving on automotive-grade hardware.
We work closely with cross-functional teams—including other software developers, hardware engineering, release management, manufacturing and operations—to support vehicle development and deployment at scale. If you are excited to explore a broad problem space and are mindful of how components fit within a larger system, you may be a great fit!
In this role, you will:
- Design, develop, and maintain the operating system platform that powers various on-bot devices and applications
- Configure and manage embedded Linux build systems (e.g., Yocto) and bootloader processes (e.g., U-Boot) to ensure reliable system startup and maintenance
- Develop and optimize device drivers and kernel-space components using C, C++, or Rust to meet performance and reliability requirements
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support seamless integration and delivery of the OS platform, triage issues, support new hardware bring-up and manufacturing functions
Qualifications
- 4+ years delivering embedded software for production systems
- Have a deep understanding of Linux, build systems like Yocto, and bootloaders like U-Boot
- Be familiar with Linux init systems (e.g., systemd), containerization concepts (e.g., chroot, cgroups, Linux namespaces), and filesystems
- Understand device drivers and kernel-space code and proficiency in a language without automatic memory management (e.g., C or C++), and in multiple scripting languages like bash and Python
- Strong written and verbal communication skills along with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with embedded Linux in a robotics application
- Familiarity with security software: PKI, secure boot, OTA software update, hardware key storage, etc.
- Familiarity with Nvidia GPUs, Nvidia Thor/Orin, Cuda, TRT, etc.
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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