Zoox is hiring : Senior Software Engineer - Simulation Graphics and AI / ML in Seat

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The 3D Simulation group at Zoox is looking for 3D Machine Learning engineers to simulate sensors (cameras, lidar, radar), combining GenAI / ML and modern 3D graphics techniques to close the gap between simulation and reality. You will have access to the best sensor data in the world and an incredible infrastructure for testing and validating your algorithms. Collaborate with Sensor Sim, Perception, and V&V teams to evaluate and iteratively improve the fidelity of sensor simulation.

In This Role, You Will

Research, implement, and optimize state of the art 3D rendering of sensor data, leveraging GenAI / ML and 3D graphics.

Develop realism metrics with V&V to show measurable impact of your improved sensor fidelity.

Collaborate with Perception and Safety teams to improve realism of sensor simulation for high fidelity synthetic data.

Improve rendering and ML inference tooling for generating realistic data at scale.

Qualifications

5+ years of industry experience, and / or PhD, developing neural rendering techniques like Gaussian Splatting, NeRFs, or 3D reconstruction

5+ years of experience developing software with Python and / or modern C++

Expertise with machine learning frameworks PyTorch or Tensorflow

Familiarity with 3D graphics algorithms, such as 3D geometry and camera models

Strong mathematical skills and understanding of 3D linear algebra and probabilistic techniques

Bonus Qualifications

Master's or PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, or related field

Experience with generative models for 3D content pipelines using applications like Houdini, Maya, or Blender.

Experience in 3D rendering for simulation, games, cloud computing, or VFX

The base salary range for this position is $227,000 - $316,000 a year.

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.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.

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