Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Data Platforms

Updated on 12/20/2024

Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
Kubernetes
AWS
Go
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • BS/MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years related experience
  • Required programming skills: C++
  • Required programming skills: GoLang
  • General knowledge of backend software systems networking, load balancing, API gateways, system security, gRPC services.
  • AWS infrastructure experience, including S3 and DynamoDB in a production commercial system
  • Knowledge of database design, database management and database scalability.
  • Knowledge about workflow orchestration pipeline - Kubernetes, CI/CD tooling.
  • Comfortable working with Cloud Native services.
  • Comfortable with Linux/other unix environments
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the development and enhancement of a comprehensive Data Curation system for managing log data within Amazon S3. Establish automated workflows to ensure compliance with retention policies for data management.
  • Implement mechanisms for the permanent deletion of data in accordance with retention timelines.
  • Design and optimize user interfaces that empower end-users to manage log retention preferences.
  • Comfortable working with the PB scale of dataset (optical, lidar, and radar modalities) and abstraction layer of the storage system (S3, etc), championing engineering excellence by continuously optimizing the systems and processes with SLO/SLA in mind.
  • Leverage the cutting edge cloud technologies to own, architect, implement, and test scalable distributed data framework in the cloud.
  • Be a force multiplier across a diverse set of hardware and software engineers and proactively work together with stakeholders to achieve cross-departmental goals and satisfy company OKR.

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' operations. 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 more accurately and quickly. Aurora's goal is to make transportation safer and more accessible for everyone.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.6B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aurora's partnership with Volvo expands its market reach in autonomous trucking.
  • Recent $483M capital raise boosts Aurora's commercialization efforts for autonomous technology.
  • New lidar facility in Bozeman enhances sensor technology for improved vehicle performance.

What critics are saying

  • Aurora's financial instability with cash only lasting until 2025 is concerning.
  • Expansion into Phoenix may face regulatory challenges and public opposition.
  • Reliance on partners like Volvo poses risks if they switch to competitors.

What makes Aurora Innovation unique

  • Aurora's FirstLight Lidar offers superior range and speed for autonomous vehicles.
  • The Aurora Driver platform integrates software, hardware, and data services for diverse vehicles.
  • Aurora's Virtual Testing Suite ensures robust and reliable technology before deployment.

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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