Zoox · Design

Senior Exterior Designer, Robot Industrial Design

Zoox is hiring for this role, on-site in Foster City, CA. Posted November 9, 2026. You apply on Zoox's own site.

  • $172K – $237KPay range
  • On-siteWork arrangement
  • Full-timeJob type
  • SeniorLevel (from the title)

About the job

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At Zoox, Robot Industrial Design defines how autonomous mobility is experienced through form, function, and interaction. We believe the future of mobility demands more than a new vehicle; it requires a fundamentally new product philosophy built around people, technology, and seamless integration. Our design team works from first principles to create products that are human-centered, technically sophisticated, and uncompromising in their purpose.

As a Senior Exterior Designer, Robot Industrial Design, you will play a key role in the creative development of Zoox’s robotaxi platforms and connected hardware ecosystem. You will contribute to a holistic design vision across vehicle design, CMF, and product integration, ensuring every element reflects clarity, precision, and intent. This role requires a designer who can operate equally at the conceptual and production levels, translating ambitious ideas into thoughtful, well-resolved design solutions from early vision through engineering execution, manufacturing realization, and real-world deployment.

You will work closely with other designers and cross-functional partners across engineering, software, product, brand, and manufacturing to deliver deeply integrated mobility experiences. The ideal candidate brings exceptional design judgment, a systems-minded approach, and a relentless focus on craftsmanship, innovation, and simplicity. Your work will directly shape the physical expression of the Zoox brand and help define the future relationship between people, autonomy, and everyday transportation.

In this role, you will:

Qualifications

Bonus Qualifications

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. 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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Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.

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