Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Devices Platform

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Nuro

Nuro

501-1,000 employees

Autonomous delivery vehicles for businesses

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$183k - $275kAnnually

+ Annual Performance Bonus + Equity

Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
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
  • 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 them reduce costs and improve convenience for their customers. Unlike other companies in the autonomous vehicle sector, Nuro focuses solely on delivering goods rather than transporting passengers, which enables them to optimize their vehicles for safety and efficiency. Their goal is to enhance everyday life by providing a sustainable delivery solution that reduces the need for human drivers and contributes to a cleaner environment.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$2.1B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-29%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Nuro's partnership with Arm enhances their autonomous technology for commercial scale deployment.
  • Expansion of Level 4 autonomous deliveries in California and Texas increases their operational footprint.
  • Collaboration with Uber Eats showcases strategic partnerships driving growth in the delivery sector.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from companies like Waymo and Cruise threatens Nuro's market share.
  • Regulatory challenges in new markets like Houston and California may hinder expansion.
  • Reliance on OEM partnerships exposes Nuro to risks if partners face financial difficulties.

What makes Nuro unique

  • Nuro focuses exclusively on goods delivery, not passenger transport, optimizing for safety and efficiency.
  • Their zero-emission vehicles align with global sustainability efforts, reducing environmental impact.
  • Nuro's autonomous delivery vehicles are designed for last-mile logistics, enhancing local commerce.

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