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Sensor Engineer
| Company | Zoox |
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| Location | San Mateo, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $163000 – $223000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Strong understanding of automotive radar systems, including basic signal processing principles, sensor physics, and environmental interactions.
- Strong proficiency in Python for data analysis and test automation.
- Hands-on experience integrating sensors (especially radar) into vehicle platforms, including troubleshooting and on-vehicle validation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Robotics, or a related field
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive test plans and execute sensor performance tests across structured lab environments, on-vehicle setups, and unstructured real-world scenarios.
- Write robust and reusable Python scripts for data analysis and performance evaluation of radar, lidar, and other sensing modalities.
- Leverage a deep understanding of radar physics to interpret sensor behavior in diverse environmental conditions and operational contexts.
- Support the evaluation and selection of sensor suppliers by designing experiments, reviewing technical data, and assessing integration complexity.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including vehicle engineering, perception, and systems teams, to ensure seamless sensor integration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience with a range of optical sensors, including lidar and cameras, and their integration into complex systems.
- Experience with large datasets and statistical analysis to evaluate sensor performance and support data-driven decisions.
