Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Mobile Apps
Job Summary
Job Description
Zoox is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Mobile Apps team, focusing on iOS/Android development. This role offers significant independence to shape the architecture of mobile applications and influence the rider experience. Responsibilities include leading the engineering design and implementation of major product features, architecting scalable applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The engineer will also partner with design and product teams to create intuitive rider experiences for autonomous vehicles. A strong foundation in MVVM architecture, Kotlin (Jetpack Compose), and/or Swift (SwiftUI) is required, along with proven experience in developing production-grade mobile applications from concept to launch.
Must have:
- 8+ years of experience
- BS/MS in Computer Science or related field
- Strong MVVM mobile architecture background
- UI development on Android/iOS
- Kotlin (Jetpack Compose) or Swift (SwiftUI)
- Architect, develop, and maintain production apps
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Drive features from concept to launch
- Passion for learning new technologies
Good to have:
- Technical leadership in mobile development
- Generalist mindset with strong CS fundamentals
- Experience with Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)
- Integrate mobile apps with hardware via Bluetooth
- Familiarity with CI/CD, automated testing
Perks:
- Paid time off
- Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
- Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
- Health insurance
- Long-term care insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
5 skills required
Job Details
Zoox is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Mobile Apps (iOS/Android) to join the Mobile Apps Engineering team. The position comes with a high degree of independence and the opportunity to shape our iOS and Android architecture. Your work will be highly visible, shaping the future of Zoox’s rider experience. In your development work, and in interactions with infrastructure teams, we will expect you to be essential in establishing practices and interfaces that result in a robust, usable, and secure system: from Rider to Cloud, to Robot.
Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering design and implementation of major product features for Zoox’s mobile applications
- Architect and develop scalable, high-performance mobile applications for iOS and/or Android
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including rider experience, backend services, AI, mapping, and infrastructure—to design innovative solutions
- Partner with design and product teams to create intuitive, efficient, and seamless rider experiences
- Shape the future of rider experiences in autonomous vehicle ride-hailing, solving real-world challenges
Qualifications
- 8+ years of relevant experience, with a BS / MS in Computer Science or a related field
- Strong background in MVVM mobile architecture and UI development on Android and/or iOS, utilizing Kotlin (Jetpack Compose) and/or Swift (SwiftUI)
- Proven ability to architect, develop, and maintain production-grade mobile applications from scratch
- Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, product, and design teams to drive features from concept to launch
- Passion for learning new technologies, domains and challenging the status quo
Bonus Qualifications
- Proven technical leadership in mobile development, with the potential to grow into a management role
- Strong Computer Science fundamentals and a generalist mindset
- Experience working with Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) or other multiplatform technologies
- Experience integrating mobile apps with hardware via Bluetooth or similar wireless technologies
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and enhancing developer workflows
$210,000 - $289,000 a year
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 only applies 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.
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About The Company
Zoox is transforming mobility-as-a-service by developing a fully autonomous, purpose-built fleet designed for AI to drive and humans to enjoy.
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