Senior / Staff Software Developer - Trajectory Generation V&V

Zoox is looking for software developers with a strong background in verification & validation to develop infrastructure and tests to verify and validate functions related to trajectory generation, including, but not limited to: sensor monitors, pose, collision avoidance system and fault management system behavior. As a software developer in test on the System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team, you will collaborate closely with perception, software and hardware engineers. Your efforts will have a direct impact on the safety of our cutting-edge autonomous driving system. We are looking for people who are passionate about building quality, robust, optimized, and reusable software infrastructure.

In this role, you will:

• Lead cross-functional technical projects, including new test methodology development, and collaborate with software, firmware, HIL, and operations teams.
• Lead development and validation of Hardware-In-the-Loop infrastructure to enable full-stack end-to-end testing.
• Lead the development of simulation pipelines to validate complex fault-response behaviors 
• Lead data-mining and safety analyses of complex fault-response behaviors
• Lead and guide other SDETs on test infrastructure improvements  such as, but not limited to fault injection, reporting tools, and automated test generation

Qualifications:

• B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related disciplines
• Mastery of Python 
• 8+ years of work experience with integrated software/hardware integration and/or verification and validation
• Proficiency in developing closed loop, hardware-in-the-loop test assets and the frameworks for their control and use in test
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Qualifications:

• M.S. or PhD
• Proficiency in C++
• ADAS development experience. Systems engineering experience certifying safety-critical software across the full development cycle
• System validation experience within standards such as: ISO-26262, ISO-21448, ARP4754A, ARP4761 (or other regulated fields)
• Experience using requirements management tools such as Polarion, DOORS or Jama
• Knowledge and experience with collision avoidance systems and/or dynamic systems and control

CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $215,000 to $255,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About ZooxZoox 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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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.