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Full-Time

Staff Product Manager

Posted on 5/20/2024

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

$181k - $290kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 7+ years in software product management, with a proven track record of successfully launching and managing commercially successful software products.
  • Solid technical aptitude and an ability to understand technical designs, software development lifecycle, challenges and risks
  • High level of comfort working in ambiguity. Must be able to define the unknown, create structure and manage change.
  • Solid leadership experience with cross-functional teams in service of a large workstream.
  • Experience collaborating with Design & Engineering to bring product requirements and user experiences to life, while maximizing ROI.
  • Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences in written and verbal communication.
  • Passion for self-driving technology and its potential to revolutionize the transportation industry.
Responsibilities
  • Develop a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of integrating self-driving technology into a trucking fleet’s existing operations.
  • Define product vision and roadmap, prioritizing features that deliver the most value to customers and align with business goals.
  • Synthesize product usage data and user feedback into actionable user stories and product requirements for iterative improvement.
  • Work collaboratively with engineers, designers, operations, and business development to translate product requirements into user-friendly software solutions.
  • Manage a range of cross-functional stakeholders while navigating key prioritization and timeline trade-offs.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in self-driving technology, fleet management technology, and the logistics industry.

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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