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Software Engineer - C++ Core Data

ZooxFull-timeFoster City, CaliforniaFeb 12, 2026
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We are looking for engineers who are passionate about managing data at scale. As a 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 petabytes of data.

You will develop and scale software frameworks for efficiently identifying the most interesting driving data on-robot, ensuring access to critical business data while minimizing robot turnaround time. 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 our autonomy, hardware, safety, legal, and homologation teams to ensure our systems are dependable and compliant at all levels of data stack.

In this role, you will:

  • Implement data downsampling while preserving the business value
  • Develop features to simplify data tracking for legal and regulatory needs
  • Optimize performance of the existing framework to run efficiently on vehicle
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify and add missing framework features

Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of professional experience in software development or related fields and BS in computer science or related field
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Python
  • Experience with scalable data pipeline architecture
  • Experience with Linux and systems programming

Bonus Qualifications:

  • AWS S3 object storage experience, particularly across storage tiers
  • Petabyte-level data management
  • Experience with Auction/Bidding algorithms
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.

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