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Staff Software Engineer

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Nuro

Nuro

501-1,000 employees

Autonomous delivery vehicles for businesses

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$183k - $275kAnnually

+ Annual Performance Bonus + Equity + Competitive Benefits Package

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Requirements
  • Experience in robotics or autonomous driving systems
  • Proven ability to deep dive, hands on, into complex embedded and real-time systems; strong proficiency in C++, with emphasis on concurrency; system software development expertise, from the device driver to the application level, with deep understanding of kernel-level algorithmic correctness and performance optimization
  • Experience with finding and solving one-in-a-million type reliability bugs in software/hardware systems
  • Experience leading technical projects which include components which should by design never fail (99.9999+% success rate)
  • 8+ years of experience with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field; 6+ years of experience with a Ph.D degree
  • Clear and concise communicator who collaborates effectively with engineers, PMs, and other stakeholders
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop sensor and compute systems for robotics
  • Architect and/or deploy Nuro sensors & autonomous SW with high reliability and performance on embedded SOCs
  • Deliver reliable SW through metrics monitoring, automated testing, and vendor collaboration
  • Debug complex systems, root-cause failure modes, and deploy effective solutions
  • Lead cross-functional projects on sensors and compute for autonomous vehicles
  • Mentor software engineers to bring them to their full potential

Nuro creates autonomous delivery vehicles that transport goods without any occupants. These vehicles are designed to operate safely and efficiently, allowing businesses like retailers, grocery stores, and restaurants to streamline their delivery services. By partnering with these businesses, Nuro helps reduce delivery costs and improve convenience for customers. Unlike other companies in the autonomous vehicle sector, Nuro focuses solely on goods delivery, optimizing their vehicles for this purpose. Their zero-emission vehicles also contribute to a more sustainable environment. The goal of Nuro is to enhance everyday life by providing efficient delivery solutions that free up time for people and support businesses in meeting the growing demand for fast delivery.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$2.1B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-9%

2 year growth

-40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Participation in Disney's 2024 Accelerator Program could provide significant exposure and growth opportunities.
  • Collaborations with industry leaders like Arm and Foretellix enhance Nuro's technological capabilities and market credibility.
  • Nuro's focus on reducing R&D costs through partnerships can lead to more efficient and rapid deployment of their autonomous vehicles.

What critics are saying

  • The autonomous vehicle sector is highly competitive, with major players like Mobileye and Cruise posing significant threats.
  • Regulatory hurdles and safety concerns could delay the widespread adoption of Nuro's technology.

What makes Nuro unique

  • Nuro focuses exclusively on goods delivery with zero-occupant vehicles, unlike competitors who often target passenger transport.
  • Their partnership with Arm to develop the next-generation Nuro Driver technology showcases a commitment to cutting-edge AI and custom-built hardware.
  • Nuro's zero-emission vehicles align with global sustainability goals, setting them apart in the autonomous vehicle sector.