Senior/Staff Software Engineer (C++ Simulation Platform)

Join Zoox, a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle company, as a Senior/Staff Software Engineer specializing in C++ simulation platforms. In this role, you will build the architecture for our high-speed, GPU-based simulation framework, ensuring seamless integration across the self-driving software stack. You will collaborate closely with ML experts and have a direct impact on the safety and success of our autonomous driving technology. Enjoy a range of benefits, including paid parental leave, health insurance, and a supportive work environment.

• Architect and support foundational simulation software, focusing heavily on execution frameworks and latency optimization.
• Own the interface between our high-speed GPU simulation framework and the rest of the self-driving software stack.
• Collaborate closely with ML experts to bridge fidelity gaps between fast simulations and high-fidelity 3D environments.
• Bachelor's or Master's in computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related field
• System design experience, specifically building deterministic software in distributed computer clusters
• 6+ years of experience in a related software engineering field
• Deep expertise in modern C++ software development and system architecture
• Strong understanding of execution frameworks, latency optimization, and memory management
• Familiarity with spatial reinforcement learning or modern ML frameworks (e.g., JAX, PyTorch)
• Automotive, robotics, or AAA video game industry experience
• Familiarity with PubSub systems