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July 15, 2026

Embedded Software Engineer - Power Systems

Mid • Hybrid

155,004 - 189,996 USD/yr

San Diego, CA

Zoox is looking for an embedded software engineer to join the Firmware Power Systems team.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software for charging and power systems of the Zoox vehicle
  • Integrate supplier sub-systems into the Zoox software stack
  • Create software requirements, design documentation, test plans, and other supporting documentation
  • Work cross-functionally with vehicle engineers, controls engineers, software engineers, validation engineers, and other experts to ensure a seamless and highly-automated vehicle experience
  • Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of experience developing real-time embedded software for distributed electro-mechanical systems
  • Strong embedded C/C++ programming experience
  • Experience with embedded micro-controllers and/or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC)
  • Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)

Bonus Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of control systems for electromechanical systems
  • Experience with CAN, LIN analysis, and debugging tools (PCAN, CANalyzer, CANape)
  • Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging
  • Familiarity with high assurance development practices and tools (Polarion, ISO-26262, MISRA C/C++)
  • Experience in Power Electronics and Battery Management

Compensation

  • Salary range: $155,000 to $190,000
  • Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
  • Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
  • Possible sign-on bonus

Benefits

  • Paid time off including sick leave, vacation, and bereavement
  • Unpaid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance

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