Software Engineer – Planner GPU Compute

Zoox

. Analyze performance metrics to identify GPU hotspots and optimizations .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $209,000 - $263,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CUDA and GPU performance optimization, with a strong foundation in C++ and experience in developing and profiling complex multiprocess systems. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and adapting algorithms for various GPU architectures to enhance machine learning model efficiency.

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CUDA OptimizationC++ ProgrammingGPU Performance AnalysisLinux DevelopmentNsight Debugging

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Hard Skills

CUDAC++GPU Kernel DevelopmentPerformance Metrics AnalysisMachine Learning Model OptimizationMultiprocess System DevelopmentAlgorithm InstrumentationGPU Memory ManagementDebuggingProfiling

Tools & Technologies

NsightLinux

Industry Keywords

GPU ArchitecturesRobotic SystemsGame EnginesPerformance OptimizationAutonomy Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze performance metrics to identify GPU hotspots and optimizations
Contribute to adapting the current planner to multiple GPU architectures with different resources
Optimize machine learning models for latency and GPU memory usage
Support Planner engineers as a subject matter expert on CUDA and GPU performance
Instrument, monitor, analyze, and optimize GPU-based algorithms critical to Zoox's autonomy solution

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in computer science or related field and 6+ years of experience
Strong knowledge of CUDA as applied to recent GPU microarchitectures, such as Ampere and Blackwell
Experience debugging and optimizing GPU kernels using tools like Nsight
Strong knowledge of C++
Experience with large code bases
Comfortable in Linux development environments
Experience developing, debugging, and profiling complex multiprocess systems, such as robotic systems or game engines
GPU kernel development experience is a bonus qualification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off, including sick leave, vacation, and bereavement
Unpaid time off
Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health insurance
Long-term care insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Sign-on bonus may be offered