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Software Engineer, Driving Behavior

Zoox

Hybrid
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Mid Level
3+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 2mo ago

Real job — pulled straight from Zoox’s careers page · Verified July 16, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Zoox is hiring a Software Engineer, Driving Behavior — a full-time, based in Foster City, CA role. Apply directly on Zoox's careers page below.

Software Engineer - Driving Behavior

Team: Autonomy Software

Location: Foster City, CA

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: hybrid

Salary:

Base Salary Range
 
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. 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.

Zoox is on an ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution. This role will be a part of a team to expand Zoox’s autonomous mobility to new geofences. We are looking for a Software Engineer to improve and develop autonomous driving capabilities in new conditions.

In this role, you will:

  • Design behavioral and motion planning algorithms to improve driving behavior in new geofences and implement those designs in our code base.

  • Adapt existing algorithms and software modules for autonomous driving in new geofences.

  • Integrate and test your developed applications in the robot, learn, and make improvements. 

  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support the integration and validation of software components and features for geofence expansion.

  • Support or lead vehicle testing to generate actionable feedback on driving performance. 

  • Write and file patents for novel technologies you develop.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field and 3+ years of experience

  • Proficient in C++ programming

  • Proven experience in at least one of the following domains: behavioral planning, motion planning, or mission planning for autonomous vehicles

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with behavioral and motion planning for high-speed autonomous driving

  • Experience with autonomous robots and machine learning or data-driven development processes

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Software Engineer, Driving Behavior at Zoox?

The required skills for Software Engineer, Driving Behavior at Zoox include: C++, Machine Learning.

What is the seniority level for Software Engineer, Driving Behavior at Zoox?

Software Engineer, Driving Behavior at Zoox is a Mid Level level position.

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