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Embedded Software Engineer

Zoox · Hybrid

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Last seen by MeritLog September 12, 2026Source: LeverSource version: lever-postings-v1

MeritLog read this listing from Zoox's Lever job board and last checked it on September 12, 2026.

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Job details

Work model: Hybrid
Salary: $164,000 - $223,000
Location: San Diego, CA
Occupation: Software Developers(O*NET 15-1252.00)

Hiring context

How this role compares at Zoox

Zoox has 245 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 9 job families, and 119 of them are in engineering. 239 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 98%.

This role's posted range of $164,000 - $223,000 sits above 24% of the 223 other Zoox roles quoted over the same currency and period.

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

Architect, develop, debug, optimize, review, and test software for multiple real-time embedded platforms
Develop and maintain board support packages for multiple platforms, including compiler, bootloader, drivers, and real-time operating system
Build low-level frameworks, interfaces, and infrastructure to make our embedded application development faster, simpler, more portable, and more testable
Bring-up of new embedded platforms by working with electrical engineers, suppliers, and vendors to identify and solve hardware and low-level software issues
Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle, including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

What they're asking for

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experienceEducation
3+ years of experience developing real-time embedded software for distributed electromechanical systemsExperience
Strong embedded C++/C programming experienceSkill
Strong experience with micro-controllers and/or microprocessorsSkill
Programming skills in C and C++, Linux, QNX, FreeRTOS, or SafeRTOSSkill
Experience with common lab equipment and data acquisition equipment(DACs, debuggers, power supplies, multimeters, etc.)Skill
Experience with automotive communication protocols and stacks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Wifi, LTE, 5G, NFC, UWB, etc.)SkillPreferred
Ability to read and provide feedback on PCB schematicsSkillPreferred

Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.

Job description

Zoox is looking for an embedded software engineer to join our Firmware Platforms team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, extending, and maintaining support for multiple embedded platforms for the Zoox vehicle. You will work closely with electrical engineers, embedded software engineers, and validation engineers to enable support for new advanced platforms and accelerate application development across multiple projects. We are looking for people who are passionate about diving deep into the hardware and creating robust and reusable software. Responsibilities • Architect, develop, debug, optimize, review, and test software for multiple real-time embedded platforms • Develop and maintain board support packages for multiple platforms, including compiler, bootloader, drivers, and real-time operating system • Build low-level frameworks, interfaces, and infrastructure to make our embedded application development faster, simpler, more portable, and more testable • Bring-up of new embedded platforms by working with electrical engineers, suppliers, and vendors to identify and solve hardware and low-level software issues • Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle, including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience • 3+ years of experience developing real-time embedded software for distributed electromechanical systems • Strong embedded C++/C programming experience • Strong experience with micro-controllers and/or microprocessors • Programming skills in C and C++, Linux, QNX, FreeRTOS, or SafeRTOS • Experience with common lab equipment and data acquisition equipment(DACs, debuggers, power supplies, multimeters, etc.) Bonus Qualifications • Experience with automotive communication protocols and stacks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Wifi, LTE, 5G, NFC, UWB, etc.) • Ability to read and provide feedback on PCB schematics Compensation 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. 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.

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