Contract Student Worker - Software Engineer (40 hrs/wk)

Zoox is hiring a Contract Student Worker - Software Engineer (40 hrs/wk) in Foster City, United States. Level rates it ; you can apply on Zoox.

Level's read on this job

Level rates this software engineer role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
The posting mentions TypeScript, Python and React among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as an internship.
Zoox has 230 other open roles on Level.
Posted within the past week.

AI in this role

Build full-stack QA applications and contribute to agent-assisted tooling and LLM-based classifiers as a student software engineer.

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About Zoox

Zoox is an autonomous ridehailing company building the world's first purpose-built robotaxi — fully electric, bidirectional, with no steering wheel or driver's seat. Backed by Amazon and founded to make transportation safer, cleaner, and more accessible, Zoox designs its vehicles entirely around the rider. We're currently operating in Las Vegas and San Francisco, with Austin and Miami on the horizon, and testing underway across seven U.S. markets.

About Our Contract Student Worker Program

Zoox's contract student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. You'll contribute to real projects, work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology, and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. We're looking for students who bring strong academic foundations, curiosity that doesn't stop at coursework, and a drive to be part of something that matters.

Role Overview

Build and maintain features for full-stack QA applications (TypeScript frontend/backend, Python for non-frontend services), under the guidance of senior engineers
Assist in designing and implementing test/integration/end-to-end frameworks and pipeline automation
Contribute to agent-assisted tooling — e.g., wiring up LLM-based classifiers, structured tool interfaces, or evaluation scripts for existing agentic workflows, with senior engineers owning architecture and safety-critical decisions
Write and maintain unit/integration tests, fix bugs, and improve the reliability of existing tools
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand test and triage pain points and help build solutions

Responsibilities

Working with our leads
Collaborating with our customers
Software development

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (completed, or in progress/recently completed) in computer science, engineering, or a related field
0-2 years of professional or internship experience in software engineering
Working proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
Familiarity with React (or a similar frontend framework), REST APIs, and Git/version control
Ability to work independently on well-scoped tasks and ask clarifying questions when requirements are ambiguous
Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn from senior engineers

Bonus Qualifications

Familiar with React

Program Requirements

Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in a relevant discipline.
Available to commit to a minimum three-month assignment.
Able to commit a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Able to work on-site at one of our office locations.
Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentations.

We want to be transparent: this is not an internship. The Part-Time Student Worker Program is designed to complement your academic experience by providing meaningful, ongoing work alongside your studies. Rather than participating in a cohort-based program, you'll join a team directly and contribute to real projects with real impact. While the program does not include structured intern programming or a pathway to full-time employment, it offers valuable opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment. Compensation for this role is $30/hour. This is a contract position; employment will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly rate is as posted, and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.
About ZooxZoox 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. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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AccommodationsIf you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

How we rate this

Contract Student Worker - Software Engineer (40 hrs/wk) at Zoox rates 65 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Contract Student Worker - Software Engineer (40 hrs/wk) is an open job at Zoox.
Level rates this role AI Level 3 of 4: Works on AI.
The role is based in Foster City, CA.
The job was posted on October 28, 2026.
Seniority: intern.
Applications are handled by Zoox. Apply on Zoox

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

AI agentsFull Stack DevelopmentQa AutomationAgentic WorkflowsUnit TestingTypeScriptPythonReact

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Pay

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