Software Engineer - Road Network Tools

Zoox

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Foster City, CA hybrid Until 8/30/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted July 1, 2026
Job description

Zoox's Road Network team is responsible for developing the software, tools, and processes needed to build and manage our high-definition road network. The ZRN Tooling team is responsible for the suite of applications Cartographers use daily to create, analyze, and validate the foundational road network maps used by the autonomy stack.

 

As a member of the ZRN Tooling team, you will build software and systems that enable our Cartography team. You’ll be working on the software that directly enables our ability to drive safely on our roads. This includes our flagship 3D Map Editor, automated triaging and planning tools, and all the automation required to validate and deliver the map. The ZRN map underpins many systems at Zoox, so you’ll also work closely with teams to create new APIs and ensure our users are supported as they build map-driven systems.

In this role, you will:

  • You will design, develop, and test features across the full stack for our road network applications, such as the Map Editor, Triage tools, and validation pipeline

  • You will build out the content pipeline and automation that enables Cartographers to produce ZRN data accurately and quickly

  • You will build tools and spatial algorithms that validate and refine our maps

  • You will create software requirements, design documentation, test plans, and other supporting documentation

  • You will contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of industry experience

  • Fluency with Python or C++

  • Experience with OpenGL, WebGL, and graphics programming

  • Experience with Fast API, Postgres, REST web services, and operational support

  • Experience with AWS, cloud-based service providers, and service monitoring

  • Experience developing spatial algorithms, routing, or graph theory

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with React, Javascript, and web application development

  • Experience with Rust

  • Experience with GIS and mapping 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. We’re 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 [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Compensation (from employer):
172000–230000 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Develop software for map validation, automation, and spatial algorithms for autonomous vehicle maps.

Job title

Software Engineer - Road Network Tools

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Foster City, CA; remote not specified

Salary

$172k–$230k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pythonc++OpenGLWebGLFast APIPostgresRESTAWSspatial algorithms

Preferred skills

reactjavascriptrustGISmapping

Specializations

full stackspatial algorithmsmap editingweb servicesgraphics programming
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Foster City, CA, USA

Hybrid City
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