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ZooxPrincipal Systems Engineer, Safety
Zoox seeks a Principal Systems Engineer, Safety to join its hybrid team and guide safety initiatives for an autonomous mobility solution. The organization focuses on building…
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Zoox seeks a Principal Systems Engineer, Safety to join its hybrid team and guide safety initiatives for an autonomous mobility solution. The organization focuses on building a purpose-built robotaxi fleet designed for urban environments, integrating machine learning, robotics, and modern design. Operating within the System Design and Mission Assurance group, this position involves crafting the fail-operational design and safety case required prior to public road testing. This visible role suits…
Job Description
Zoox seeks a Principal Systems Engineer, Safety to join its hybrid team and guide safety initiatives for an autonomous mobility solution. The organization focuses on building a purpose-built robotaxi fleet designed for urban environments, integrating machine learning, robotics, and modern design. Operating within the System Design and Mission Assurance group, this position involves crafting the fail-operational design and safety case required prior to public road testing.
This visible role suits an experienced engineer capable of steering technical programs alongside cross-functional partners and acting as a proxy for the Vice President of System Design and Mission Assurance in leadership settings. Daily responsibilities include shaping systems engineering frameworks, monitoring quantitative performance indicators, signing off on mission assurance clearances, and mentoring engineering staff within the department.
Candidates must bring a strong background in analyzing complex systems, utilizing statistical and probabilistic methods, and communicating intricate data to executive audiences. Experience within robotics, aerospace, or autonomous vehicle development is essential. While the posting does not list a specific salary or geographic location, it highlights opportunities for professional advancement through proven performance in a transparent and respectful work environment.
Responsibilities
- Formulate and update the strategy and framework for systems engineering initiatives related to safety and fail-operational goals
- Oversee the creation and progression of quantitative metrics used to evaluate safe completion of customer trips
- Evaluate and authorize clearance documents for mission assurance
- Translate complex analytical insights and metrics for executive leadership and diverse stakeholders
- Mentor and support the career development of systems engineers within the team
Requirements
- At least ten years of relevant professional experience in systems engineering, data analysis, risk quantification, or performance tracking for complex systems
- Demonstrated background in implementing and overseeing data-driven strategies for hardware or software system development
- Strong proficiency in probability and statistics
- Practical experience with complex software platforms, particularly in autonomous driving, robotics, or aerospace
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities to influence stakeholders and build consensus
Qualifications
- Master of Science or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Doctor of Philosophy degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Prior systems engineering background working with large, safety-critical systems
- Direct experience in metrics development and the automotive sector
- Familiarity with standards such as ISO 26262, MIL-STD-882, and ISO 21448
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What is the remote work policy for this position?
The role is structured as hybrid.
What employment type is this position?
The posting specifies full-time employment.
What salary is offered for this role?
The job posting does not specify a salary.
What educational background is required?
Candidates must hold an M.S. or higher degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with a Ph.D. listed as an optional bonus qualification.
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