Contract Student Worker – Hardware Software Integration Engineer (Full-Time 40 hrswk)
Job Location:
Hayward, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Zoox is an autonomous ride-hailing company building the worlds first purpose-built robotaxi fully electric bidirectional with no steering wheel or drivers seat. Backed by Amazon and founded to make transportation safer cleaner and more accessible Zoox designs its vehicles entirely around the rider. Were currently operating in Las Vegas and San Francisco with Austin and Miami on the horizon and testing underway across seven U.S. markets.
About Contract Student Worker Program
Zooxs contract student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. Youll contribute to real projects work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. Were looking for students who bring strong academic foundations curiosity that doesnt stop at coursework and a drive to be part of something that matters.
- Execute and coordinate validation cycles for Zooxs Manufacturing test infrastructure with a focus on driving test infra stability
- Act as on-call support for the factory representing the HWSI-FW team as you document triage characterize and report stability issues in order to unblock factory operations
- Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. in Automotive Engineering Robotics Systems Engineering Mechatronics or a relevant technical field
- Available to commit to a minimum three-month assignment
- Able to commit to a minimum of 40 hours per week
- Able to work on-site in Foster City CA
- Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox such as in academic research theses publications or presentations
- Ability to understand and navigate complex technical systems
- Ability to grapple with ambiguity and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Experience with Linux Git and Jira
- Experience with autonomous vehicles robotics or other safety-critical systems
- Experience with simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
We want to be transparent: this is not an internship. The Part-Time Student Worker Program is designed to complement your academic experience by providing meaningful ongoing work alongside your studies. Rather than participating in a cohort-based program youll join a team directly and contribute to real projects with real impact. While the program does not include structured intern programming or a pathway to full-time employment it offers valuable opportunities to learn develop new skills and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Compensation for this role is $30/hour.
This is a contract position; employment will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly rate is as posted and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. This is on-demand autonomous ride-hailing.
