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Join the SPP Architecture team at Zoox! We’re looking for a hands-on manager to support a team of engineers working on the next-generation Zoox platforms and products. You and your team will work with other engineering teams across Zoox to design complex systems and components, producing analysis, design, and architecture documents and requirements. In addition, you will be deeply involved in planning and scoping these high-impact projects, working with product teams, project managers, and engineering managers to drive them to completion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- You will manage a team of firmware, software and systems engineers delivering high-impact designs across multiple vehicle compute platforms.
- Your team will work across the entire life cycle of the project, from initial project feasibility studies to product rollout and ongoing support.
- You will work closely with our hardware and electrical engineering, power, vehicle systems integration, safety, firmware, production software, and autonomy teams.
- You will also work with external automotive providers, tools, and library vendors to select appropriate solutions to meet our engineering needs.
- You will represent the Software Platforms and Product organization on various internal technical and product boards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of engineering experience, with 5+ years of engineering management experience.
- Hands-on experience with firmware engineering, including design, bring-up, feature development, deployment and ongoing support. Can work comfortably with hardware and electrical engineering teams, including design input, schematic review, and requirements development.
- Automotive or safety-critical software/firmware development experience (e.g. ISO 26262), including participating in HARA and FMEA processes.
- C and C++.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing complex engineering systems with functions across multiple ECUs, including networking and time sync considerations.
COMPENSATION
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $241,000 to $289,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, 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. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and 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 for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Join the SPP Architecture team at Zoox! We’re looking for a hands-on manager to support a team of engineers working on the next-generation Zoox platforms and products. You and your team will work with other engineering teams across Zoox to design complex systems and components, producing analysis, design, and architecture documents and requirements. In addition, you will be deeply involved in planning and scoping these high-impact projects, working with product teams, project managers, and engineering managers to drive them to completion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- You will manage a team of firmware, software and systems engineers delivering high-impact designs across multiple vehicle compute platforms.
- Your team will work across the entire life cycle of the project, from initial project feasibility studies to product rollout and ongoing support.
- You will work closely with our hardware and electrical engineering, power, vehicle systems integration, safety, firmware, production software, and autonomy teams.
- You will also work with external automotive providers, tools, and library vendors to select appropriate solutions to meet our engineering needs.
- You will represent the Software Platforms and Product organization on various internal technical and product boards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of engineering experience, with 5+ years of engineering management experience.
- Hands-on experience with firmware engineering, including design, bring-up, feature development, deployment and ongoing support. Can work comfortably with hardware and electrical engineering teams, including design input, schematic review, and requirements development.
- Automotive or safety-critical software/firmware development experience (e.g. ISO 26262), including participating in HARA and FMEA processes.
- C and C++.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing complex engineering systems with functions across multiple ECUs, including networking and time sync considerations.
COMPENSATION
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $241,000 to $289,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, 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. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and 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 for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Verify your firmware role qualifies
The H-1B1 visa requires a specialty occupation tied to a specific degree field. Firmware engineering typically qualifies under electrical engineering or computer engineering, but your offer letter must describe duties that require that precise disciplinary background, not just a generic bachelor's degree.
Research employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B1 Labor Condition Application history for firmware and embedded systems roles. This shows which companies have actively sponsored Singaporean nationals, saving you from targeting employers unfamiliar with the H-1B1 process.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation so you understand the wage floor and can benchmark your ask against it.
Target fabless semiconductor and defense contractors
Firmware engineering demand concentrates in sectors like automotive embedded systems, IoT silicon, and aerospace. Companies in these verticals routinely file LCAs for hardware-software boundary roles and are more likely to have an established H-1B1 sponsorship workflow than general software employers.
Clarify the consulate filing timeline with your employer
Unlike H-1B visa, H-1B1 applications go directly to the U.S. consulate in Singapore after the DOL certifies the LCA. Make sure your employer understands they aren't filing with USCIS, so your offer letter timeline and start date account for the consular processing window, not a USCIS adjudication timeline.
Document hardware-software integration scope in your credentials
Firmware roles often blur with software engineering on paper. Gather evidence that your work is degree-dependent at the hardware-software interface, including circuit schematics, RTOS configuration artifacts, or driver development records, before your employer prepares the LCA specialty occupation justification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does firmware engineering qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, firmware engineering qualifies when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or embedded systems. The offer letter and LCA must describe duties specific enough to demonstrate that the position genuinely requires that disciplinary background, not just any technical degree.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to H-1B for firmware engineers?
H-1B1 Singapore skips the H-1B lottery entirely and requires no USCIS petition filing. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, then you apply at the U.S. consulate in Singapore directly. The trade-off is that H-1B1 doesn't confer dual intent, so immigrant visa pathways require separate planning, and each renewal must go through the consulate again.
Which types of employers actively sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas for firmware roles?
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with a history of H-1B1 LCA filings in firmware, embedded systems, or hardware engineering. Fabless semiconductor companies, defense electronics contractors, and automotive embedded systems firms tend to have structured sponsorship processes. Startups without prior H-1B1 experience may need more lead time to set up the LCA workflow.
Can my employer start the H-1B1 process while I'm still in Singapore?
Yes, and this is actually the standard path. Your employer certifies the LCA with DOL, then you apply for the H-1B1 visa stamp at the U.S. consulate in Singapore. You don't need to be in the United States to begin or complete the process, which makes the H-1B1 well-suited for Singaporean firmware professionals accepting roles before relocating.
What happens to my H-1B1 status if my firmware role shifts significantly toward software?
If your duties change substantially, your employer should assess whether the new role still qualifies under the original specialty occupation category. A major shift, such as moving from bare-metal firmware development to full-stack application software, may require a new LCA filing with an updated SOC code and prevailing wage certification to keep your H-1B1 status accurate and compliant.
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