Embedded Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Job Summary
Job Description
Zoox is seeking a software engineer to join its Embedded Linux team, focusing on developing, extending, and maintaining embedded Linux platforms for the Zoox vehicle. This role involves close collaboration with embedded software and validation engineers to support new platforms and accelerate application development. The ideal candidate is passionate about software, open-source projects, and building robust, reusable software. Responsibilities include architecting, developing, debugging, optimizing, reviewing, and testing software for Linux-embedded platforms, leveraging open-source projects, developing and maintaining features for custom-embedded Linux boards, building custom Linux distributions, and contributing to all phases of the software development cycle.
Must have:
- 5+ years of experience or 4+ years with Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- 5+ years of development experience on Linux
- Experience developing native user-mode applications
- Expert C programming
- Expert Shell and Python scripting
Good to have:
- Linux kernel experience
- Experience controlling hardware from the kernel
- Experience with Yocto or other embedded Linux build frameworks
- Experience with networking technologies
- Experience with audio or cellular technologies
Perks:
- Paid time off
- Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
- Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
- Health insurance
- Long-term care insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
6 skills required
Job Details
Zoox is looking for a software engineer to join our Embedded Linux team. In this role, you will develop, extend, and maintain embedded Linux platforms for the Zoox vehicle. You will work closely with embedded software and validation engineers to enable support for new advanced platforms and accelerate application development across multiple projects. We are looking for people who are passionate about software, open-source projects, and creating robust and reusable software.
Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, debug, optimize, review, and test software for Linux-embedded platforms
- Leverage multiple open source projects to expand Linux systems capabilities
- Develop new and maintain existing features for custom-embedded Linux boards
- Build custom Linux distributions based on manufacturer’s Board Support Packages
- Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience and a Bachelor’s or 4+ years and a Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of previous development experience on Linux
- Experience developing native user-mode applications is required
- Expert C programming experience, Expert level in Shell and Python scripting
Bonus Qualifications
- Linux kernel. Experience controlling hardware from the kernel
- Experience with Yocto or other embedded Linux build frameworks
- Experience with networking technologies
- Experience with audio or cellular technologies
$180,000 - $245,000 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 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.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
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