About the role#
This contract role supports our Autonomy Software team in Foster City. You will work directly on projects related to geofence expansion and autonomy investments. This is a paid, part-time position designed to complement your academic studies with hands-on experience in a professional environment.
What you'll do#
- Develop tools and curate datasets to support geofence expansion goals.
- Identify key autonomy investments needed to reach project milestones.
- Gather requirements from the Autonomy team.
- Use AI tools like Claude and Cursor to build analysis tools and curate data.
- Present your findings, insights, and recommendations to the team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a B.S. or M.S. program for Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or an Engineering discipline.
- Practical experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini.
- Ability to commit to at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of three months.
- Adherence to all Zoox confidentiality requirements regarding proprietary information.
- Experience in robotics or autonomy is a plus.
- Skills in Pyspark or SQL are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: On-site in Foster City, California.
- Compensation: $30 per hour.
- Employment: This is a contract position through a third-party vendor.
About Zoox
Zoox develops autonomous, purpose-built vehicles for mobility-as-a-service. The company focuses on robotics, artificial intelligence, and electric vehicle technology. Founded in 2014, it maintains its headquarters in Foster City, California. The organization employs nearly 4,800 people.
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