Systems Safety Engineer - Operational Tools Intern

Foster City, CA
Zoox Internships – System Design & Mission Assurance /
Internship/Co-op /
On-site
We are seeking a systems engineer candidate with a strong software development background to support safety analysis of off-vehicle software components and tools and potentially the automation of test pipelines. The System Safety for Operations and Service (SSOS) team leads the safety evaluation of Zoox operations and service such as TeleOperations, remote operator support tools, and test equipment including safety analysis using methods such as System Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA), requirements definition, and field safety investigations. The SSOS is part of the SDMA team that is responsible for delivering the overall safety case to deploy our robots onto public roads.

Technical Qualifications & Language Requirements

    • Pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD Degree in robotics, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, computer science engineering, or other technical area 
    • Solid understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns
    • Familiarity with developing operational tools/features and/or release management process 
    • Familiarity and interest in distributed systems, telemetry, or cloud platforms
    • Familiarity with formal safety analysis (STPA, FTA, etc)
Compensation
The monthly salary range for this position is $6,500 to $9,500. Compensation will vary based on role, degree level and type, and benefits will be offered based on eligibility. Additional benefits may include medical insurance, 401k, and a housing stipend.

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.

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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.

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.