Senior/Staff Systems Engineer - Pose Verification and Validation

Foster City, CASystem Design and Mission Assurance – SDMA /Full-time /HybridZoox is on an ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for cities and safely deploy such a robotaxi solution. The System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team plays a foundational role in the company's success, responsible for constructing the safety case and fail-operational design for our autonomous driving robots before public road deployment. You will be part of an organization with strong leadership and a transparent, respectful culture that enables you to reach your full potential.In this role, you will:Develop, coordinate, and execute verification and validation test plans forPose monitors using Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments.Analyze and triage pipeline results that contribute to key launch-blocking metrics for software and system releases.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, hardware engineers, systems engineers, simulation developers, and safety experts, to identify and mitigate risks.Track and report test campaign results to demonstrate feature readiness during safety clearance for each Zoox milestone.Develop metrics and performance benchmarks for V&V campaigns, driving continuous improvement of test coverage and efficiency.Contribute to the development of risk analysis models to quantify behavioral risk when testing gaps exist.QualificationsMS or higher degree in a technical field, such as Mechatronics,Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering.5+ years of hands-on systems integration and validation experience (simulation testing, SIL/HIL testing, structured testing, and end-to-end product validation) with a focus on delivering complex systems to production.Proficiency in Python for data analysis, test scripting, and automation.Experience with requirements and test traceability tools such as Polarion, Jama, DOORS, or TestRails.Strong systems-level thinking and the ability to understand and navigate complex technical systems.Basic proficiency with probability and statistics.Ability to grapple with ambiguity and collaborate with cross-functional teams.Bonus QualificationsExperience with autonomous vehicles, robotics, or other safety-critical systems.Experience with simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing for pose estimation or perception systems.Experience with fault protection system design and validation.Familiarity with industry safety standards such as ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ARP 4754, or ARP 4761.Experience with Linux systems and containerized testing environments.Proficiency with SQL for test data analysis.$198,000 - $272,000 a yearBase Salary RangeThere 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 ZooxZoox 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.Follow us on LinkedInAccommodationsIf you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.