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title: Software Engineer Planner GPU Compute at Zoox
description: Zoox is hiring for the Software Engineer Planner GPU Compute role in Foster City,
  CA. Full-time, hybrid role. See the full description and apply.
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date: 2026-09-28T20:22:19Z
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| **Company** | Zoox |
| **Location** | Boston, MA (Hybrid) |
| **Salary** | $209K/yr - $263K/yr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 27, 2026 |
## Description

Zoox made the world’s first purpose-built commercial robotaxi, combining advanced self-driving hardware and software. In order to ensure safe operation, low latency and consistent resource utilization are critical. The Planner Compute team is responsible for the performance of the largest single software component within the autonomy stack, the motion planner.

The Planner Compute team is looking for an expert in GPU performance. You will instrument, monitor, analyze and optimize GPU-based algorithms that are performance-critical for our solution. The scope for GPU usage ranges from machine learning inference to custom CUDA kernels written specifically for the motion planner.

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 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.
## Benefits

- Health Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Unpaid Leave
- Paid Time Off (Pto)
- Sick Leave
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)

## How to Apply

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