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StaffSenior Staff Software Engineer Product Security
Job Location:
Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 292000 - 375000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
17 September 2026 (6 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
15 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Zoox is looking for a Staff Product Security Engineer to define and drive the long-term security strategy for our robots and fleet. Reporting into the Product Security organization this person will own the vision for our robot security roadmap - from our current-generation vehicles to next-generation platforms - setting the technical direction that keeps our autonomous fleet resilient against real-world threats. This is a high-impact high-visibility role for someone who wants to shape how security is architected into every layer of a physical safety-critical robotic system.
In this role you will:
- Define and own the multi-year security architecture and roadmap for Zooxs robots and fleet spanning embedded/firmware in-vehicle networks cloud and supporting infrastructure.
- Partner with hardware firmware autonomy and infrastructure engineering teams to embed security requirements into system design from the ground up rather than bolting them on after the fact.
- Lead threat modeling and architecture reviews for new vehicle platforms and major feature launches identifying and prioritizing systemic risk across the fleet.
- Set technical standards and guardrails - secure boot key management network segmentation update/OTA security and more - and drive their adoption across engineering teams.
- Represent Product Security in cross-functional and leadership discussions translating technical risk into business and safety impact for the organization.
Qualifications
- 10 years of experience in security engineering including significant time in an architect staff or technical lead capacity.
- 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.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience securing autonomous vehicles robotics platforms or other safety-critical connected systems at scale.
- 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.
$292000 - $375000 a year
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: 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 a range of factors including but not limited to a candidates 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. Were 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 emailprotected or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. 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.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
About Company
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. This is on-demand autonomous ride-hailing.
