Systems Test Engineer, System Behavior Analysis

Zoox

Systems Test Engineer analyzing system faults in autonomous vehicle software for Zoox. Collaborating with engineering teams for quality improvement and safety in vehicle operations.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $143,000 - $177,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Utilize data analytics to analyze and diagnose a wide range of system faults and errors related to perception, planner, and other AI software from both on-road testing and system simulations.
Effectively categorize and prioritize issues based on severity, urgency, and potential impact on safety and performance by working collaboratively with cross-functional teams (engineering, software, testing).
Identify trends in system failures and propose preventative measures to improve overall system safety and robustness by producing clear and concise reports of system issues, troubleshooting steps, and root cause analysis.
Be hands-on, lead by example, and develop tools and workflows to drive improvements for both quality and quantity aspects of the triage.
Demonstrate operational agility by quickly adapting to changing priorities, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and implementing effective solutions in dynamic environments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science or STEM-related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems troubleshooting and diagnostics, preferably in the automotive or embedded systems industry
Experience using Python or a similar language for automation, programming, and scripting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to root cause analysis
A passion for autonomous vehicle technology and safety is essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data AnalyticsSystems TroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisPython ProgrammingAutomationScriptingDiagnosticsMethodical Problem-SolvingIssue CategorizationPerformance Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationOperational AgilityAdaptability