Full-Time

Software Engineer

Motion Planning: Behavioral V&V

Posted on 7/15/2024

Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$144k - $216kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Compensation

Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Software Testing
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • BS/MS degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming
  • Proficiency in C++ programming (highly preferred)
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable code and implement unit tests
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and follow guidance from senior engineers
  • Willingness to embrace new challenges and commit to achieving project goals
  • Willingness to learn things quickly
Responsibilities
  • Develop tools and pipelines for monitoring test coverage on software releases
  • Implement and improve tools for risk assessment and test escape discovery
  • Build tooling for data mining and analysis
  • Perform data analysis to design offline simulation test sets to build confidence in system performance
  • Collaborate with senior team members on improving the tools, workflows and building simulation tests

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 competitors by working closely with logistics companies, ridesharing services, and vehicle manufacturers to help them use this technology effectively. They make money by licensing the Aurora Driver to these partners, providing ongoing support and updates. A key feature of their technology is the FirstLight Lidar sensor, which helps vehicles detect their surroundings with great accuracy. 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

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Nvidia and Continental boosts technological capabilities and market reach.
  • New facility in Bozeman accelerates LiDAR research and autonomous systems development.
  • Expansion to Phoenix provides valuable data for optimizing autonomous driving technology.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory challenges with FMCSA may delay autonomous truck deployment.
  • Over-reliance on Nvidia and Continental partnerships poses technological and financial risks.
  • Uber CEO's resignation from Aurora's board may impact strategic decisions and partnerships.

What makes Aurora Innovation unique

  • Aurora's FirstLight Lidar offers superior range and speed for autonomous vehicles.
  • Partnerships with Toyota, Uber, and Volvo enhance Aurora's market credibility.
  • 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

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