Senior / Staff Electrical Engineer, Telematics & Vehicle Connectivity

Foster City, CA
Vehicle Development – Vehicle Systems Engineering /
Full-time /
On-site
Zoox is looking for a Senior Hardware Engineer to join our Vehicle Systems Engineering team. In this role, you will lead the design and launch of systems that enable vehicle communications across multiple radio modalities. Key responsibilities include system analysis and specification of  complex communications controllers, supporting validation of performance throughout system lifetime in automotive environments, technical supplier management, and support of manufacturing and service as your systems are deployed across Zoox’s autonomous fleet.

In this role, you will

    • You will drive the analysis of Zoox functional requirements and development of system specifications for complex communications controllers.
    • You will lead the integration of 5G technologies applicable to autonomous vehicles. 
    • You will lead the design and build proofs of concept and functional prototypes both internally and with external partners
    • You will manage design and development activities for multiple internal and external suppliers, towards the successful delivery of one or more electromechanical systems
    • You will coordinate test engineering, software engineers, and supplier teams in test design, failure analysis, and quality management
    • You will collaborate with manufacturing engineers and quality personnel to ramp production processes and meet build objectives
    • You will manage budget, maintain bills of material, document and approve build processes, and support quality and cost engineering throughout the supply chain of your systems 

Qualifications

    • BS or MS in computer engineering, mechatronics, or electrical engineering.
    • At least 10 years of industry experience, automotive experience preferred
    • Experience with RF technologies including LTE, 5G, WiFi, and others
    • Experience with FCC, PTCRB, and MNO certification processes and requirements
    • Knowledge of PCB design and production processes
    • Experience designing and working with embedded controllers
    • Experience with Ethernet and IP networking

Bonus Qualifications

    • Experience managing international supply chain with onsite workshops and build audits
    • Strong track record of taking projects from concept to production in an automotive context
    • General aptitude with electronics tools such as soldering irons, oscilloscopes, and signal analyzers.
    • Experience with Linux, Bash, C++, and Python as a user to interact with controllers
Compensation
There 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 $155,000 to $255,000. 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.