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Staff Product Security Engineer

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Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Robotics & Automation

Compensation Overview

$220k - $352kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Equity Compensation + Benefits

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Agile
Python
Go
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Ability to read and review production-quality code in C++, Golang, and Python.
  • Ability to write proficiently in C++, Golang and Python.
  • Foundational knowledge of operating system security for Linux.
  • Foundational knowledge of the CWE Top 25.
  • Ability to assess software and/or hardware components with and without full knowledge.
  • Ability to work well with other assessment members and engineering partners.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience in one or more of the following: risk assessment, threat modeling, incident and emergency response, OS hardening, vulnerability management, pentesting, offensive security or cryptographic protocols and concepts.
  • Experience in vulnerability discovery and analysis, design review, and code-level security reviews.
  • Experience in, and technical knowledge of security engineering, computer and network security, authentication and security protocols, and applied cryptography.
  • Experience with assessment, development, implementation, and documentation of a comprehensive and broad set of security technologies and processes.
  • Familiarity with automotive protocols and security standards.
  • Experience in Security Assurance / Secure-SDLC processes in an agile / waterfall environment.
  • Experience building and evaluating threat models / risk assessments.
  • Experience and ability to implement best practices related to cryptographic protocols, infrastructure and network security.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in a security-specific or security-adjacent industry.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in the robotics or automotive industry or equivalent.
Responsibilities
  • Perform secure design reviews and threat modeling. Identify and prioritize risks, attack surfaces, and vulnerabilities.
  • Perform security code reviews of source code changes and advise developers on remediating vulnerabilities and following secure coding practices.
  • Perform technical security assessments and reviews, research, uncover, and reproduce vulnerabilities, design secure protocols and systems, and write tests and fuzzers to drive architecture changes.
  • Manage the vulnerability management process and program through triage, prioritization, tracking, remediation, and validation of vulnerabilities from audits, scans and external reports.
  • Employ techniques including reverse engineering, fuzzing, and static and/or dynamic analysis.
  • Conduct research to identify new and novel attack vectors against Aurora’s products and services.
  • Review, develop and document secure operational best practices, and provide security guidance for engineers and various internal and external partners.
  • Develop and manage a secure software development lifecycle.
  • Develop and manage a bug bounty program.
  • Research, recommend, and develop security tools and technologies to strengthen defenses against emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Work with Engineering teams and OEMs to ensure successful security assurance of the Aurora Driver platform and services.
  • Advocate, guide and mentor both security and non-security engineers to instill security best practices. through secure architecture, design, and development.

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

-1%

1 year growth

0%

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