Software Engineer - Optimization Framework and Algorithms

Key Skills

CUDA/GPU programming, Framework, Machine learning techniques, NumPy, Pandas, PyMC3, Python Programming, PyTorch, Spice

Job Description

Our group's mission is to design, prototype and productionize novel methods and tools for efficient modeling and simulations of complex systems at scale. These tools aid in measuring the safety of our AI and readiness for launch. We use recent advances in machine learning, statistics, optimization, and numerical methods to verify and validate our software and AI in the most challenging environments, and subsequently develop tools to enable other teams at Zoox to do the same.

We are looking for software engineers to help improve autonomous driving safety using large-scale, distributed optimization and machine learning. In this role, you will leverage simulation and real-world driving data to design efficient solutions leveraging cutting-edge rigorous methods. You will work cross-functionally with engineers in AI, simulation, infra, and data science to push the boundaries of scalability and performance, and bring state-of-the-art machine learning and optimization applications to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement algorithms and methods to improve optimization capabilities
• Design large-scale optimization problems in an efficient way
• Analyze driving data and identify novel approaches
• Lead complex cross-functional projects
• Communicate your work to other teams at Zoox

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in optimization, statistics, or machine learning
• Solid computer science fundamentals
• Fluency in Python
• Experience with numerical optimization
• Experience with distributed systems and running services in the cloud

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with black-box optimization and its application to hyperparameter tuning or large-scale simulations
• Experience with multi-objective optimization
• Experience with autonomous vehicles
• Proficiency with Python's scientific stack, incl. machine learning and statistical frameworks (numpy, scipy, pandas, pytorch, pyMC3, etc.), and practical experience with distributed & GPU computing and modern SW development practices.

Compensation

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $226,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. 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 candidate's 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.

Vaccine Mandate

Employees working in this position will be required to have received a vaccine approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and/or the World Health Organization. In addition, employees who are eligible for a COVID-19 booster vaccine (“Booster”) will be required to receive a Booster. Employees will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon, among other things, an Applicant’s ability to show proof of vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.

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. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.