Software Engineer - Vehicle Motion Planning & Control
As a Software Engineer on the Vehicle Motion Planning & Control team, you will design algorithms and implement software to enhance the autonomous driving capabilities of vehicles.
Zoox's Road Network team is responsible for developing the software, tools, and processes needed to build and manage our high-definition road network. The ZRN Tooling team is responsible for the suite of applications Cartographers use daily to create, analyze, and validate the foundational road network maps used by the autonomy stack.
As a member of the ZRN Tooling team, you will build software and systems that enable our Cartography team. Youโll be working on the software that directly enables our ability to drive safely on our roads. This includes our flagship 3D Map Editor, automated triaging and planning tools, and all the automation required to validate and deliver the map. The ZRN map underpins many systems at Zoox, so youโll also work closely with teams to create new APIs and ensure our users are supported as they build map-driven systems.
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. Weโre 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.You will design, develop, and test features across the full stack for our road network applications, such as the Map Editor, Triage tools, and validation pipeline
You will build out the content pipeline and automation that enables Cartographers to produce ZRN data accurately and quickly
You will build tools and spatial algorithms that validate and refine our maps
You will create software requirements, design documentation, test plans, and other supporting documentation
You will contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation
At least 5 years of industry experience
Fluency with Python or C++
Experience with OpenGL, WebGL, and graphics programming
Experience with Fast API, Postgres, REST web services, and operational support
Experience with AWS, cloud-based service providers, and service monitoring
Experience developing spatial algorithms, routing, or graph theory
Experience with React, Javascript, and web application development
Experience with Rust
Experience with GIS and mapping systems
As a Software Engineer on the Vehicle Motion Planning & Control team, you will design algorithms and implement software to enhance the autonomous driving capabilities of vehicles.
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