Principal Systems Engineer, Safety

zooxยท Verification & Validation
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๐Ÿ“ Foster City, CAFull time๐Ÿ’ฐ USD 313Kโ€“376K

About this role

Zoox is on an ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for cities and safely deploy such a robotaxi solution. The System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team plays a foundational role in the company's success, responsible for constructing the safety case and fail-operational design for our autonomous driving robots before public road deployment. ย  We are looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design and assurance efforts for overall safety and fail-operational initiatives. In this highly visible position, you will lead technical programs with cross-functional teams, defining, developing, and continuously refining the methodology for measuring and optimizing safety and fail-operational metrics. You will serve as a trusted technical partner for the Vice President of System Design and Mission Assurance, at times representing the Vice President in leadership meetings. ย  You will be part of an organization with strong leadership and a transparent, respectful culture that enables you to reach your full potential. This highly visible position offers opportunities for career growth through demonstrated achievement.

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What is the salary for the Principal Systems Engineer, Safety role at zoox?
The listed salary for this Principal Systems Engineer, Safety position at zoox is USD 313Kโ€“376K. This is an Full time role.
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This Principal Systems Engineer, Safety role at zoox is based in Foster City, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Principal Systems Engineer, Safety role at zoox full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Principal Systems Engineer, Safety role in the Verification & Validation department at zoox.
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This Principal Systems Engineer, Safety position at zoox was posted on Sep 19, 2025. Apply as soon as possible โ€” early applications are often reviewed first.
Principal Systems Engineer, Safety
zoox ยท ๐Ÿ’ฐ USD 313Kโ€“376K
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