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Embedded Software Engineer - Battery Management Systems

Zoox· Software – Software Platforms and Product
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Hybrid (San Diego, CA / Foster City, CA)$221k - $265kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Embedded software engineer for Battery Management Systems (BMS) on Zoox vehicle, focusing on real-time embedded C/C++ code, safety algorithms, and hardware-software integration within Power Systems. Collaboration across vehicle, controls, and validation teams to enable safe and reliable autonomous driving.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software for BMS (Battery Management Systems of the Zoox vehicle
  • Implement core logic for cell balancing, charging control, thermal management, and contactor controls.
  • Integrate supplier sub-systems into the Zoox software stack
  • Create software requirements, design documentation, test plans, and other supporting documentation
  • Work cross-functionally with vehicle engineers, controls engineers, software engineers, validation engineers, and other experts to ensure a seamless and highly automated experience for the Zoox vehicle
  • Contribute to all phases of the software development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of experience developing real-time embedded software for Power Electronics and Battery Management.
  • Strong embedded C/C++ programming experience
  • Experience with embedded micro-controllers and/or microprocessors (ARM, PowerPC)
  • Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging
  • Understanding of sensors and actuators and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)

Skills

Required:Embedded C/C++Real-time embedded systemsARM or PowerPC microcontrollers/processorsHardware bring-upCAN/LIN automotive protocolsCross-functional collaboration
Nice to have:Documentation

Benefits

  • 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
  • life insurance
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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