Zoox
Senior / Staff Data Scientist - Planner Verification & Validation
Zoox, Foster City, California, United States, 94420
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior / Staff Data Scientist to join the Planner Verification & Validation team and contribute to developing and deploying cutting-edge autonomous driving technologies. You will tackle complex data challenges, drive innovation in machine learning and statistical modeling, and help advance our self-driving systems. You will work closely with engineers and researchers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Analyze large-scale datasets from sources such as fleet and simulation data to extract actionable insights.
Develop and evaluate novel algorithms and methodologies for data processing, feature engineering, model training, and performance optimization.
Evaluate and validate model performance through rigorous testing and analysis, ensuring the safety and reliability of our systems.
Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data scientists and engineers.
Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field with 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist.
Strong programming skills in Python, including experience with libraries such as scikit-learn, Pandas, and SQL.
Expertise in a wide range of machine learning techniques, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, and statistical modeling.
Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed computing platforms (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) with solid understanding of data processing, feature engineering, and data visualization techniques.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience working with autonomous driving data and algorithms, robotics, control systems or related fields.
Experience with real-time data processing and low-latency systems.
Publications in top-tier machine learning or autonomous driving conferences.
Salary: $217,000 - $295,000 base salary per year. There are three major components to compensation for this position: base salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by factors including relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed is representative of the levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, stock awards, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. We sit at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, with the goal of providing the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We are looking for top talent to join a fast-moving, highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations: If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply. At Zoox, we value diverse perspectives that foster innovation and are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
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Responsibilities
Analyze large-scale datasets from sources such as fleet and simulation data to extract actionable insights.
Develop and evaluate novel algorithms and methodologies for data processing, feature engineering, model training, and performance optimization.
Evaluate and validate model performance through rigorous testing and analysis, ensuring the safety and reliability of our systems.
Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data scientists and engineers.
Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field with 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist.
Strong programming skills in Python, including experience with libraries such as scikit-learn, Pandas, and SQL.
Expertise in a wide range of machine learning techniques, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, and statistical modeling.
Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed computing platforms (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) with solid understanding of data processing, feature engineering, and data visualization techniques.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience working with autonomous driving data and algorithms, robotics, control systems or related fields.
Experience with real-time data processing and low-latency systems.
Publications in top-tier machine learning or autonomous driving conferences.
Salary: $217,000 - $295,000 base salary per year. There are three major components to compensation for this position: base salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by factors including relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed is representative of the levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, stock awards, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. We sit at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, with the goal of providing the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We are looking for top talent to join a fast-moving, highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations: If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply. At Zoox, we value diverse perspectives that foster innovation and are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
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