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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Zoox - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Kinematics, Machine Learning, Motion Planning, Information Technology - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/software-engineer-behavior-capabilities-zoox-6043149 ## About the Role * Master's degree in Computer Science or related field * Fluency in C++ * Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design * Understanding of vehicle kinematics * 4+ years of experience in a related field ## Description JobPosting MonetaryAmount USD QuantitativeValue 270000 199000 YEAR 2024-12-02T21:20:31Z The Behavior Capabilities opportunity falls within the Fail Operational Planning team at Zoox. This team works to ensure that the robot continues to operate effectively, even in the presence of minor compartmentalized failures or degraded capabilities. The focus of the team includes developing behavioral and motion planning algorithms to improve trip progress, vehicle uptime metrics, and correspondingly a better customer experience. This is a cutting-edge problem which requires teamwork and collaboration across a diverse group of experts including Planner, Perception, Prediction, Hardware, and more. On this team, you will contribute to the next generation of algorithmic advancements to expand our robot's ability to drive in some of the most complex scenarios. We are looking for an engineer who is excited to understand the interdependencies within the driving stack and takes ownership of their projects and has a holistic product focused approach towards development., * Create principled algorithmic improvements to specific areas of driving behavior and implement those changes in our code base. * Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies and intelligent behaviors to mitigate the performance degradation under various failure modes of the system. * Architect and implement scalable solutions ensuring seamless integration with the rest of the driving stack. * Partner with validation teams to define and execute tests for developed algorithms., * PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field * Experience shipping products to market (commercial robotics, drones, consumer devices etc.) * Demonstrated ability to create real-time motion planning algorithms in a cross-functional team About ZooxZoox 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. Follow us on LinkedIn AccommodationsIf 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. 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