Zoox

Part-time Student Worker - Software Development Engineer in Test

Zoox Foster City, CA
Full-time $150k - $165k Posted 23 days ago

Role overview

Support the build and operation of a CI environment for Airlines on a new MFG test asset - running automated test runs against physical hardware for either the GA line or FRU re-bringup flow, validating test content and catching regressions before they hit production.

Responsibilities

  • check_circle Assemble/wire the rig
  • check_circle Deploy Firmware & test configs
  • check_circle Configure and run test suites continuously
  • check_circle Monitor and document runs
  • check_circle First-pass failure triage and routing
  • check_circle Write/maintain test-run scripts while documenting set-up and roadblocks
  • check_circle Provide status updates during campaigns

Basic qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a closely related field
  • Available to commit to a minimum three-month assignment
  • Able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week
  • Able to work on-site at one of our office locations
  • Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentations

Preferred qualifications

  • Proficient with Linux/CLI
  • Strong programming skills in Python and Git
  • Hands-on hardware/lab skills (schematics, wiring, instruments)
  • Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complexity and ambiguity clearly

Benefits

  • check_circle Compensation for this role is $30/hour.
  • check_circle This is a contract position; employment will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly rate is as posted, and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.

About the company

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.

Tags & Focus Areas

Quality Assurance Engineer Part Time Dev Docker Python

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