Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Automotive): Leading system requirements, functional architecture, and verification for the Body domain of an autonomous robotaxi with an accent on system reliability, performance, and safety. Focus on designing technical specifications, managing cross-functional integration between mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams, and ensuring compliance with automotive safety standards.

Location: Must be based in Foster City, CA (On-site)

Company

Zoox is a robotics company developing autonomous, all-electric vehicles designed for ride-hailing.

What you will do

• Lead Body Systems and controls for an autonomous robotaxi.
• Design system technical specifications and architecture.
• Develop system design and integration test plans for lighting, closures, and sensor cleaning.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to ensure subsystem requirements and interfaces are met.
• Create System FMEAs, diagnostics, and fault reactions for safe operation.
• Lead issue triage including log, code, and hardware investigations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in System engineering, preferably in EVs or automotive systems.
• Strong system-level understanding of vehicle architectures for closures, lighting, and body control.
• Deep knowledge of developing automotive systems using model-based processes and requirements tools like IBM DOORS or Siemens Polarion.
• Proficiency in automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostics (UDS).
• Knowledge of Functional Safety Standard (ISO 26262).

Nice to have

• Experience with AUTOSAR or Linux-based embedded software architecture.
• Advanced experience in Model Based System Design.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to building a team with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Opportunity to work on ground-breaking autonomous vehicle technology.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and safety.