Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Motion Planning Data

Posted on 7/25/2024

Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$168k - $252kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Equity Compensation

Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience (8+ years of experience)
  • Experience with large scale distributed systems and pipelines
  • Experience with ML or data platforms
  • Strong programming skills in C++
  • A passion for writing robust, intuitive, high-performance code
  • Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop large scale data and analytics services that transform datasets into consumable tool formats for ML modeling teams (ie. feature extractors, log processors, experimentation and performance analysis tools, etc.).
  • Collaborate closely with ML modeling teams across motion planning, systems engineering, and other autonomy groups to define ML workflow requirements and build critical data services.
  • Define new code designs and publish technical design documents

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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