Embedded Software Engineer - Battery Management Systems

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.

About the Role

We are looking for an embedded software engineer to join our Firmware Power Systems team. In this role, you will design, build, and test real-time embedded code in C/C++ for BMS (Battery Management Systems). The work includes power management and efficiency, charging control, operator controls, integration of supplier systems, coordination of all power sub-systems, and low-level vehicle controls. You will collaborate with vehicle engineers, systems engineers, controls engineers, and suppliers to ensure the Zoox vehicle drives safely and reliably.

We are looking for people who are passionate about working with hardware and developing production-quality code for complex dynamic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software for BMS (Battery Management Systems) of the Zoox vehicle
• Implement core logic for cell balancing, charging control, thermal management, and contactor controls
• Integrate supplier sub-systems into the Zoox software stack
• Create software requirements, design documentation, test plans, and other supporting documentation
• Work cross-functionally with vehicle engineers, controls engineers, software engineers, validation engineers, and other experts to ensure a seamless and highly automated experience for the Zoox vehicle
• Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation
• Implement safety algorithms, manage board bring-up, and ensure seamless hardware-software integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience developing real-time embedded software for Power Electronics and Battery Management
• Strong embedded C/C++ programming experience
• Experience with embedded micro-controllers and/or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC)
• Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging
• Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)

Bonus Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of control systems for electromechanical systems
• Experience with CAN, LIN analysis, and debugging tools (PCAN, CANalyzer, CANape, etc.)
• Familiarity with high assurance development practices and tools (Polarion, ISO-26262, MISRA C/C++, etc)

Pay

Compensation for this position includes three major components: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range is $200,000 to $240,000 per year. A sign-on bonus may also be offered. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level, which is determined by factors such as relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance.

Benefits

• 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
• Life insurance