Senior Software Engineer - Performance
Zoox
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
Location
USA
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
- Build real-time instrumentation for performance monitoring and benchmarking frameworks.
- Analyze profiling data to identify resource utilization hotspots and optimization opportunities.
- Propose and co-implement actionable solutions with software component teams.
- Support teams in maximizing code performance while minimizing resource contention.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role directly contributes to the efficiency and safety of autonomous driving technology, enabling a future with reduced traffic accidents and emissions.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- 6+ years of professional experience in software development or related fields.
- Hands-on experience in development, debugging, and profiling of complex multi-process real-time systems (e.g., game engines, robotics).
- Strong knowledge of C++ and experience in large code bases.
- Familiarity with CPU system architecture and OS fundamentals.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Compensation and perks not specified in the posting. Zoox offers a collaborative culture focused on innovation and autonomy.
About
Inside Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem, aiming to provide next-generation mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.