Contract Student Worker – Firmware Engineer, FW Core System Services

Zoox

. Develop UDS, DoIP, and XCP clients and servers for current and next-generation platforms .

Posted 11/12/2026contractUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in modern C++ and Python programming for embedded software development, with experience in application development for Unix-like environments. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to define and validate diagnostic requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Modern C++ ProficiencyPython Programming ExperienceEmbedded Software DevelopmentUnix-like Environment Application DevelopmentCollaboration with Cross-functional Teams

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Hard Skills

Modern C++PythonEmbedded Software DevelopmentDiagnostic Requirements ValidationApplication Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

UDSDoIPXCPDiagnostic Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

Embedded SystemsFirmware DevelopmentPrototypingRequirements CaptureValidation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop UDS, DoIP, and XCP clients and servers for current and next-generation platforms
Develop and test embedded software for diagnostic and configuration reporting
Contribute to prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation
Collaborate with system, software, hardware, and test engineers to define, implement, and validate diagnostic requirements
Extend existing diagnostic infrastructure for thermal and body systems
Work on the full development cycle of robot firmware

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or equivalent experience
Proficiency in modern C++ for software development
Experience with Python programming
Experience with application development targeting a Unix-like environment
Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in a relevant engineering field
Available for a 6 month project
Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week
Ability to commute on-site to one of Zoox's offices
Student Worker may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits package as offered by the vendor
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology
Mentorship from industry experts
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful real projects