Embedded Software & FPGA Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Embedded Software & FPGA Engineer (Robotics): Leading the development of safety-critical automated test infrastructures, focusing on sensors and ECUs with an accent on multi-disciplinary embedded systems projects for mission-critical validation. Focus on architecting and implementing robust C++ applications for embedded Linux systems and FPGA designs, collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to build and enhance testing infrastructure.

Location: On-site in Foster City, CA

Salary: $180,000 - $245,000 a year

Company

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market.

What you will do

• Contribute to and lead the development of multi-disciplinary embedded systems projects for mission-critical validation.
• Own product lifecycles from concept, to development, to delivery.
• Architect, implement, and maintain robust C++ applications for embedded Linux systems and FPGA designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to build and enhance testing infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience with production-level FPGA development.
• Strong C++ development skills, with a focus on low-latency and high-performance code in user and kernel space.
• Experience with System Verilog and HDL Verification.
• Experience with Python and test automation with Pytest.
• Experience with Git, build systems (e.g., Bazel), and unit testing frameworks (e.g., GTest).

Nice to have

• Experience with Yocto or Petalinux.
• Knowledge of CI build and test infrastructure.
• Experience with high speed protocols like PCIe and MIPI CSI-2.
• Hands on experience with Xilinx MPSoC platforms.
• Knowledge of PCB design and manufacturing workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• 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.