Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Embedded Linux C++

Zoox
Foster, CA

Zoox is looking for a software engineer to join our Embedded Linux team. In this role, you will develop, extend, and maintain embedded Linux platforms for the Zoox vehicle. You will work closely with embedded software and validation engineers to enable support for new advanced platforms and accelerate application development across multiple projects. We are looking for people who are passionate about software, open-source projects, and creating robust and reusable software.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, debug, optimize, review, and test software for Linux-embedded platforms
  • Leverage multiple open-source projects to expand Linux systems' capabilities
  • Develop new and maintain existing features for custom-embedded Linux boards
  • Utilize your expert C++ modern background in an embedded Linux environment
  • Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle, including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience and a Bachelor’s or 10+ years and a Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years of previous development experience on Linux
  • Experience developing native user-mode applications is required
  • Expert modern C++ programming experience, Expert level in Shell and Python scripting

Bonus Qualifications

  • Linux kernel
  • Experience with Yocto or other embedded Linux build frameworks
  • Experience with networking technologies
  • Experience with Linux audio

$180,000 - $245,000 a year

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.

About Zoox

Zoox 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.

Accommodations

If 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:

Posted 2026-02-13

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