Firmware Engineer Intern Job at zoox, Foster, CA

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  • zoox
  • Foster, CA

Job Description

Zoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous, electric vehicles designed from the ground up for a driverless future. Our mission is to make transportation safer, more sustainable, and accessible to everyone. At Zoox, innovation, collaboration, and a bold vision for the future drive everything we do.

Zoox’s internship program offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, mentorship from some of the industry’s brightest minds, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to real projects. We seek interns who demonstrate strong academic performance, engagement beyond the classroom, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in Zoox’s mission.

This internship opportunity is within the Advanced Hardware Engineering team, which focuses on the design and development of new modules and sensors for our autonomous robot. Interns on this team will have the chance to work on cutting edge technologies, gaining valuable experience and insight into high reliability and safety critical automotive systems.

Program Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., Ph.D., or other advanced degree in a relevant engineering field.
  • Plan to return to school after completing the internship.
  • Maintain good academic standing.
  • Available to commit to either a 12-week internship (beginning in May or June 2026), or a 6-month co-op.
  • At least one prior industry internship, co-op, or relevant project experience.
  • Willing and able to relocate to the Bay Area, California, for the duration of the internship.
  • Interns may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside of Zoox.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in C++ and/or C
  • Experience writing and debugging embedded software
  • Hands-on experience with embedded development kits and/or custom PCB hardware
  • Experience using oscilloscope/logic analyzer
  • Professional and positive communication skills

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with assembly language programming
  • Proficiency in developing and debugging device drivers
  • Hands-on experience working with Lidars, Radars, Cameras, and GPS sensors
  • Knowledge of PTP IEEE-1588 Precision Time Synchronization Protocols
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems including QNX, FreeRTOS, and Linux

Compensation:

The monthly salary range for this position is $6,500 to $9,500. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level of education. Additional benefits may include medical insurance, and a housing stipend (relocation assistance will be offered based on eligibility).

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Tags

Internship, Relocation, Relocation package,

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