AI Hardware Architect
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Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
USD 242000 - 291000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Zooxs Advanced Hardware Engineering team is responsible for the design development and innovation of sensor technology networking and the main compute platform for our this role you will work within a multi-disciplinary engineering team to architect our next generation Compute platforms both on-vehicle and in-cloud. You will leverage your industry experience and analytical mindset to ensure Zoox remains at the leading edge of autonomous driving through careful balancing of hardware ranging from off-the-shelf to full-custom silicon.
This is a hands-on role that will directly interface with top executives and practitioners alike and will shape the future of Zoox to ensure our competitive success.
In this role you will:
- Provide engineering leadership for high-performance Compute modules
- Architect next generate compute systems and define the technical roadmap at system and silicon level
- Work extensively with cross-functional teams (software mechanical vehicle-integration data-flow architects) to ensure product success. This will include frequent executive level presentations.
- Drive teams to consensus in an environment of passionate stakeholders
- Demonstrate technical ownership and leadership of your program from concept through to fleet deployment
- Able to support assessment and optimization our training platforms
Qualifications
- BS or MS in electrical/computer engineering or equivalent
- 15 years of professional work experience
- Solid electrical engineering fundamentals
- Deep understanding of optimizing hardware to support AI/ML software
- Track record of successful complex product delivery
- Experience in computer system architecture design and optimization
- Experience managing engineering teams and mentoring junior engineers
- High-speed motherboard design and architecture
- Working knowledge of schematic design and PCB layout tool (Altium Designer preferred)
- Passion for problem-solving (both technical and organizational)
- Experience with CM ODM and JDM models as well as working with silicon vendors
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience optimizing cloud (AWS) resources for model training
- Experience in functional safety/ISO 26262/FMEA
- Experience taking products through full EMC
- Experience in automotive/EV/AV/aerospace/space or similar industries
- Experience in software/automation development
- Hands-on lab experience such as soldering and experience with lab equipment (power supplies signal generators oscilloscopes spectrum analyzer)
- Familiarity with common industry technologies and protocols including GPUs CAN Ethernet GNSS GMSL NVMe M.2 PCIe optical networking Linux QNX
$287000 - $410000 a year
Base Salary Range
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 candidates 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.
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. Were 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 emailprotected or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
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About Company
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. This is on-demand autonomous ride-hailing.
