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# Senior Software Engineer, C++ Vehicle Experience

- **Company:** Zoox
- **Location:** Foster City, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Distribution Service, Linux, Distributed Systems, Linux on Embedded Systems, Middleware, Fault Tolerance, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Cisco Nexus Switches, Performance Tuning, Software Product Management, Real-Time Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Organization, Data Processing, Tablet Computers, Backend, Git, Kotlin, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-software-engineer-c-vehicle-experience-foster-city-ca--3b7fbbe3-718c-45e8-9ba7-5268683fa4a1

## About the Role

Software Engineering, C++ Programming Language, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Infotainment, C++ Programming Language, Backend as a Service (BaaS), Automotive Automation, Embedded Linux, Embedded Systems, * MS/BS in Computer Science, Engineering or related field with 8+ years of software development experience

 * Strong expertise in modern C++ development on Linux systems
 * Experience with modern software development practices (Git, CI/CD, code review), automated testing and validation methodologies and cross-team collaboration in large, complex software projects
 * Experience leading 2-3 engineers in feature delivery
 * Track record of building user-centric product software, collaborating with Product Management and UX designers and ability to translate UX requirements into technical implementations, * Knowledge of robotics, automotive or embedded systems software development, including real-time constraints and hardware interfaces
 * Hands-on experience with Data Distribution Service (DDS) middleware in production environments, including performance optimization and fault tolerance
 * Proficiency with distributed systems in Java, Kotlin or Python

## Description

The Vehicle Experience team is primarily responsible for the software that manages the ride state and orchestrates the rider experience-audio, lighting, vehicle controls and even the infotainment tablets. The on-vehicle software is authored in C++ and sits at the nexus of all the systems a rider sees and touches and as such, runs on the vehicle under resource constraints. This team delivers select features end-to-end, including writing backend cloud services., * Design and implement real-time software systems in C++ to manage autonomous vehicle ride states, passenger interactions and vehicle control interfaces while ensuring optimal performance on embedded Linux systems.

 * Architect and integrate mission-critical software components that process data from multiple vehicle sensors and systems, implementing robust error handling and failsafe mechanisms while adhering to automotive-grade safety standards.
 * Analyze system performance metrics and telemetry data to optimize software efficiency, troubleshoot issues, and make data-driven decisions for improving ride management systems.
 * Partner cross-functionally with vehicle software teams, cloud engineers, Product Management, Technical Program Management, UX Design, Quality Assurance and Feature Integration teams to deliver integrated solutions that advance our autonomous vehicle technology.