Senior C++ Data Engineer

We are looking for engineers who are passionate about managing data at scale.  As a Senior Software Core Data engineer, you will work across the entire data generation stack, from optimizing multi-threaded, on-vehicle C++ code that handles millions of messages each minute to analyzing data at a petabyte scale. 
You will help implement new software frameworks for efficiently identifying critical data in real time and use this framework to efficiently offload the most critical data from our growing fleet of vehicles each day.  You will interface with other on-vehicle software teams to promote the adoption of these new data frameworks.  You will also work with experts in hardware, homologation, and legal to ensure our systems are dependable and compliant at all levels of the data stack.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience working on large code bases
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Experience with data pipelines
• Experience leading technical projects 
• Experience with Linux and systems programming
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, mathematics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS S3(intelligent tiering, Glacier) 
• Petabyte-level data management 
• Kernel programming experience
• Project management

CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $185,000 to $265,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. 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.
Vaccine MandateEmployees working in this position will be required to have received a single dose of the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine OR have completed the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine series. In addition, employees will be required to receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine within two months of becoming eligible for the booster vaccine.
Employees will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon, among other things, an Applicant’s ability to show proof of vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.
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.
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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.