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Full-Time

Staff Data Scientist

Posted on 7/2/2024

Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Data & Analytics
Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$170k - $272kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Compensation + Healthcare Support

Senior, Expert

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
SQL
Postgres
NumPy
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of industry experience as a Data Scientist, Analyst or similar technical role
  • Demonstrable expertise in coding, programming concepts, and technical tools, combined with the enthusiasm and passion to build. Must be expert at using Python
  • Advanced knowledge and experience using relational databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) and knowledge of best practices for Data Engineering
  • Strong understanding of both common and advanced Data Science modeling tools and technologies (eg. numpy, sklearn, pytorch, etc.)
  • Experience driving Data Science analysis end-to-end, working closely with Engineering and Product to productionize pipelines, surfacing insights scalably
  • Experience driving cross functional alignment across major technical programs
  • Proven ability to communicate technical, data-driven analysis to both technical and non-technical audiences across stakeholders, including translating and cascading Executive input into their work
Responsibilities
  • Work with our Engineering and Operations teams to inform the development of the Aurora Driver and streamline critical validation activities
  • Partner closely with stakeholders to design and implement analysis, metrics, and dashboards to accelerate development processes
  • Collaborate with a team of Data Scientists and Analysts on Data Science problems spanning multiple subsystems
  • Develop statistical models to support forecasting and planning across a variety of problem areas
  • Work closely with engineering and product leads to support their decisions with data-driven input
  • Collaborate with Data Science and Analytics communities to ensure adoption of best practices, tools, and processes

Aurora Innovation develops self-driving technology aimed at changing how transportation works. Their main product, the Aurora Driver, can be added to different types of vehicles to allow them to drive themselves, transporting both people and goods. Aurora stands out from its competitors by working closely with logistics companies, ridesharing services, and vehicle manufacturers to help them use this technology effectively. This partnership approach not only helps Aurora grow but also improves the safety and efficiency of its partners. The company makes money by licensing its self-driving technology to these partners, providing ongoing support and updates as part of the service. A key feature of Aurora's technology is its advanced sensor system, including FirstLight Lidar, which helps the vehicles detect their surroundings accurately. Aurora's goal is to make transportation safer and more accessible for everyone.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.4B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aurora's partnerships with industry giants like Volvo and Continental highlight its strong market position and potential for large-scale deployment.
  • The company's focus on safety and rigorous testing protocols make it a trusted name in the autonomous vehicle sector.
  • Aurora's planned launch of fully driverless trucks in Texas by the end of the year indicates imminent commercial success and market penetration.

What critics are saying

  • The autonomous vehicle market is highly competitive, with major players like Mobileye and Gatik posing significant challenges.
  • Delays in regulatory approvals or technological setbacks could hinder Aurora's commercialization timeline.

What makes Aurora Innovation unique

  • Aurora's FirstLight Lidar technology offers superior range and speed in detecting surroundings, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The Virtual Testing Suite allows for extensive off-road testing, ensuring robustness and reliability before deployment, a feature not commonly found in the industry.
  • Aurora's collaborative approach with logistics providers, ridesharing networks, and vehicle manufacturers accelerates the commercialization of self-driving technology, unlike competitors who may operate in silos.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid leave

Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time

LinkedIn Learning

Aurora Academy

401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Onsite Food

PerkSpot

Working from Home Support

Emotional & Physical Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

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