Zoox
Technology
SeniorSoftwareEngineer-3DMappingPipelines
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“Senior Software Engineer - 3D Mapping Pipelines at Zoox. Skills: 3D Mapping Pipelines, Data pipelines, Spatial datasets, C++. Develop scalable data pipelines. Develop performant data pipelines”
Industry & Context.
Identify performance bottlenecks; Balance performance bottlenecks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
B. S. or M. S. degree, 3+ years of industry experience, C++ programming skills, Solid knowledge of data structures, Solid knowledge of algorithms, Solid knowledge of software design patterns, Identify and balance performance bottlenecks, Basic knowledge of 3D geometry, Basic knowledge of matrix operations
Nice to Have
Python familiarity, Experience with pybind11, Experience with distributed systems, Previous work on meshing algorithms, Previous work on 3D asset generation
What You'll Do.
Develop scalable data pipelines
Develop performant data pipelines
Develop reliable data pipelines
produce 3D map products
Work with spatial datasets
Work with petabytes of data
support centimeter-accurate 3D mapping
Identify performance bottlenecks
balance performance bottlenecks
Apply matrix operations
Apply software engineering fundamentals
Maintain Python systems
Build Python/C++ integration
Maintain Python/C++ integration
Full Job Description
## In this role, you will Develop scalable, performant, and reliable data pipelines to produce 3D map products. Work with large-scale spatial datasets and petabytes of data to support centimeter-accurate 3D mapping. Identify and balance performance bottlenecks across I/O, CPU, GPU, memory transfer, and distributed compute workflows. Apply 3D geometry, matrix operations, and software engineering fundamentals to mapping pipeline development. Build and maintain C++ and Python-based systems, including Python/C++ integration using tools such as pybind11. ## Qualifications B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related field. 3+ years of industry experience building production software systems, data pipelines, distributed workflows, or large-scale automation systems. Strong C++ programming skills with solid knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns. You can identify and balance different performance bottlenecks, e.g. IO, CPU, GPU, memory transfer, etc. Basic knowledge of 3D geometry and matrix operations. ## Bonus Qualifications Python familiarity and experience with pybind11. Experience with distributed systems, including job orchestration, distributed compute, infrastructure observability, and Docker. Previous work on meshing algorithms or other 3D asset generation. ## Additional Information 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. Follow us on LinkedIn Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected]
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