Staff/Senior Staff Software Engineer - Product Security

Zoox - Foster City, CA

Hiring: Staff/Senior Staff Software Engineer - Product Security Company: Zoox Location: Foster City, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:57:56 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Embedded Systems, Firmware, Machine Learning, Penetration Testing, Systems Design About the job Experience: •10+ years of experience in security engineering, including significant time in an architect, staff, or technical lead capacity. Required Skills: •In This Role, You Will Qualifications: •Deep expertise in embedded/IoT security, including secure boot, TPM/TEE, cryptographic key management, and hardened firmware/OS design. •Demonstrated experience architecting security for complex, physical/cyber-physical systems (automotive, robotics, aerospace, industrial control, or similar). •Strong track record of driving cross-functional technical strategy and influencing engineering leadership without direct authority. •Solid understanding of network security, cloud security, and secure software development lifecycle practices. •Background in offensive security (red teaming, penetration testing) that informs strong architectural/defensive judgment. •Contributions to industry standards, published research, or conference talks in embedded/IoT/automotive security. Compensation: •A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!