Staff Electrical Engineer, Compute

Job Description

Job Description

Zoox's Advanced Hardware Engineering team is responsible for the design, development, and innovation of sensor technology and the compute platform for our vehicles. In this role, you will work within a multi-disciplinary engineering team to have end to end ownership of high-speed digital designs and embedded systems in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and requirements 

In this role, you will:

• Provide electrical engineering leadership for high performance Compute modules
• Work extensively with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, integration) to ensure product success
• Able to drive the team to consensus in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

• BS or MS in electrical engineering or equivalent and 7+ years of professional work experience
• Minimum 7+ years of professional work experience
• Strong technical leadership and decision making
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals
• Track record of successful product delivery
• Experience in board and system-level testing and characterization
• Working knowledge of circuit design and simulation tools
• Working knowledge of schematic design and PCB layout tool (Altium Designer preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills (both technical and organizational)
• Experience with both prototype and high-volume contact manufacturing including overseas

Bonus Qualifications

• Knowledge of x86/Compute architecture
• Experience in functional safety
• Experience in automotive/EV/AV/aerospace/space or similar industries
• Experience in various development models (JDM/OEM)
• Experience in software/automation development
• Hands-on lab experience such as soldering, and experience with lab equipment (power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes)
• Familiarity with common industry technologies and protocols including PCIe, GMSL, NVMe, I2C, CAN, USB

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.

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.