Senior Software Engineer - 3D Simulation Applications
Zoox
Software Engineering, IT
Foster City, CA, USA
USD 208k-300k / year + Equity
Posted on May 30, 2026
The Simulation team at Zoox is looking for software engineers with diverse talents and real-world product experience to help realize our vision for the future of simulation at Zoox. As part of the 3D Simulation Applications team, you will turn research into reality, joining cutting-edge simulation technology with industrial-scale autonomy systems.
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate with ML researchers, other simulation engineers, and customer teams across the company, expanding the scope of what’s possible with simulation
- Transform complex design challenges into working systems for using simulation to make smarter, safer robots
- Build reliable, scalable, customer-focused, cloud-based pipelines for large-scale simulation and analysis
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science (or a related field) paired with 5+ years of experience in software engineering and systems design.
- Fluency in Python and/or C++ as a core part of your technical toolkit.
- Comfortable with ML concepts and possess hands-on experience integrating ML models into production code.
- Experience working directly with customers to deploy solutions, gather real-world feedback, and rapidly iterate to improve the product.
- Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills, with a self-motivated, organized, and inventive approach to independent problem-solving.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience with systems for large-scale processing of 3D, image or multimedia data
- Experience in distributed systems and cloud computing platforms
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 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.
208000 - 300000 USD a year
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.