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Senior Software Engineer

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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

Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
C/C++
Development Operations (DevOps)
Requirements
  • BS / MS / PhD degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • For non-CS majors or BS candidates, strong software experience (4+ years in industry)
  • Expertise with production backend services (Cloud, Kubernetes, DevOps)
  • Experience with C++ and Python
Responsibilities
  • Apply production best practices to ensure platform reliability
  • Feature development for new labeling applications
  • Collaborate across teams and functions (product, program, operations, data science) to drive projects from inception to delivery
  • Apply ML Ops best practices to design processes for improving data coverage and quality

Aurora Innovation develops self-driving technology aimed at transforming transportation. Its main product, the Aurora Driver, can be integrated into various vehicles to enable autonomous movement of people and goods. The technology works by utilizing an advanced sensor suite, including FirstLight Lidar, which detects and measures surroundings with high precision. Aurora differentiates itself from competitors through its collaborative approach, partnering with logistics providers, ridesharing networks, and vehicle manufacturers to enhance safety and efficiency in their operations. The company's goal is to improve lives and expand access to transportation while ensuring a rigorous culture of safety in its technology.

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

  • Partnerships with Nvidia and Continental enhance Aurora's technological capabilities and market reach.
  • New Bozeman facility expands Aurora's LiDAR research and testing capabilities.
  • Strategic partnerships with Toyota, Uber, and Volvo accelerate commercialization of technology.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory challenges from FMCSA rejection of cab-mounted warning beacons may delay deployment.
  • Uber CEO's resignation from Aurora's board may impact strategic direction and partnerships.
  • Increased competition as Nvidia partners with multiple companies for driverless technology.

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 for diverse vehicle types.
  • 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