Machine Learning Engineer, Simulation Scenario Generation

Overview

Do you enjoy applying machine learning to complex, real-world problems in autonomous vehicle testing? The Simulation Scenario Authoring team owns the formats and tools used to create synthetic simulation scenarios. We are looking for a hands-on ML Engineer to integrate, implement, and optimize our next-generation AV scenario generation workflow. This role offers a unique chance to deliver immediate user impact while contributing to long-term AI-driven safety validation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and validate LLMs / VLMs and implement other models for complex scenario generation workflows, leveraging techniques like advanced prompting, agentic tool use, and more.
• Contribute to tooling for AI-based scenario understanding and validation.
• Collect data and design metrics to drive business intelligence, product iteration, and model fine-tuning.
• Collaborate directly with internal customers and partner teams to provide generative AI solutions for their test creation workflows.
• Directly contribute to the safety and reliability of Zoox's autonomous software.

Qualifications

Bonus Qualifications

Compensation

$151,000 - $257,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position : salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Benefits

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including 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, and life insurance.

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