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Aurora

Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Controls

Aurora, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Who We Are

Aurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, its driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S. Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech and @aurora_inno on Twitter.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a

Senior Software Engineer

to join Aurora’s

Autonomy Software Control team . The Control team is responsible for designing, implementing, integrating, and verifying the fault-tolerant motion control system of the Aurora Driver with all vehicle platforms.In this role, you willWork within our control team to develop software infrastructure and integrate embedded software with a modern C++ autonomy stack.Interface with autonomy planning and control software, embedded layer software, and vehicle platform commands and monitoring.Develop frameworks for robotics software that is run across multiple hardware devices.Develop software that will directly influence on-road behavior of autonomous vehicles including mode of operation, fault management, and health monitoring.Work with software/hardware interfaces including embedded system simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle system level testing.Develop test, analysis, and validation software for control subsystems, ensuring our verification processes align to safety-critical coverage standards.Develop software in Linux-based environments as well as RTOS embedded environments.Required Qualifications6+ years of experience in software development, using modern robotics frameworksStrong C++ fundamentals and production-level code implementation, including experience with embedded applicationsExperience developing software in a regulated, safety-critical, or quality managed environment (i.e., control systems of automotive, aerospace, or other robotic systems)Deep knowledge of software architecture design best practicesExperience with modern communication technologies and networking protocols (CAN, TCP/IP)Experience developing software analysis, linting, and testing toolsExperience in systems-level programmingDesirable QualificationsFamiliarity with development in Linux-based environmentsProficient C fundamentals and production-level code implementationThe base salary range for this position is $168K - $252K per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.Working at AuroraAt Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks. We have offices in several locations across the United States, where we encourage team and cross-functional collaboration. Aurora offers competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and additional healthcare support including medical transportation reimbursement, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. We empower our employees and their families with options to further their unique physical, mental, and financial well-being.Safety is central to everything we do. Every employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. We seek candidates who take active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by working safely — no matter what.Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt Aurora, every employee is empowered to take an active role in building an inclusive, collaborative, and unified culture that leverages our diverse strengths, perspectives, and backgrounds.

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