The Robot Software Infrastructure team is responsible for the software environment on Zoox’s autonomous vehicle fleet and test fixtures. We operate at a unique intersection of software engineering, systems engineering, and product security. Our engineers work in diverse areas, including:
- Maturing the operating system on our vehicle’s primary compute platform
- Designing systems that update software and firmware on vehicles and test fixtures during development, manufacturing, and in the field
- Creating vehicle software build and configuration systems
- Developing security-focused software in close collaboration with the product security team
The RSI roadmap includes a number of significant projects suitable for a strong intern looking for professional experience. Candidates will be matched to a project that best fits their skill set, interests and the team’s needs.
Qualifications
- Academic work in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines (e.g. operating systems, networking, filesystems, algorithms, security)
- Proactive, self-driven learner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience using Linux and the command line
- Demonstrable triage, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Bonus Qualifications
- Production software development experience
- Software development for embedded systems
- Proficiency in a language without automatic memory management (e.g., C or C++)
- Project experience related to robotics, mechatronics, or sensors
- Familiarity with the Linux kernel, filesystems, devices and networking
- Familiarity with CAN or other embedded/automotive communication protocols
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure environments, tools and concepts, including caching, queuing, and distributed data storage
Compensation
The monthly salary range for this position is $6,500 to $9,500. Compensation will vary based on role, degree level and type, and benefits will be offered based on eligibility. Additional benefits may include medical insurance, 401k, and a housing stipend.
