Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance

zoox· Software Systems
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📍 Foster City, CAFull time💰 USD 168K–239K

About this role

Zoox is building the world's most advanced self-driving hardware and software solution. The efficiency demands of such a system require an expert fine tuning of both the compute hardware architecture as well as the algorithms and middleware that runs on it to achieve maximum throughput at the most optimal power levels.    The Software Performance team’s mission is to analyze, optimize and provide guidance to the software and hardware teams in order to meet the required specifications.      As a GPU performance software engineer within the Software Performance team, you will instrument, monitor, analyze and optimize GPU-based algorithms that are performance-critical for our solution. The scope for GPU usage ranges from traditional computer vision and deep learning architectures to complex geometric reasoning and multi-agent decision making. Your work will strongly influence design decisions of future compute platforms & resource allocation.

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What is the salary for the Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance role at zoox?
The listed salary for this Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance position at zoox is USD 168K–239K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance position at zoox located?
This Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance 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 Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance role at zoox full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance role in the Software Systems department at zoox.
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When was the Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance job at zoox posted?
This Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance position at zoox was posted on Apr 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Software Engineer - C++ GPU Performance
zoox · 💰 USD 168K–239K
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