Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Autonomy Frameworks

Posted on 9/10/2024

Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$189k - $302kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • BS/MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related field
  • Excellent C++ or C programming in a UNIX/POSIX environment
  • Demonstrated experience developing performance-critical applications
  • 7+ years of professional experience
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with teams across the company to design, develop, test, and maintain Aurora's Core Framework, which runs on our vehicle and cloud infrastructure.
  • Drive cross-team initiatives and projects that have broad impact across software and hardware organizations.
  • Propose new features and write technical design documents to improve our platform's efficiency, robustness, and scalability.
  • Maximize the productivity of engineers across the company and ensure adherence to best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and solve complex issues within distributed safety-critical real-time systems.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to peers and junior engineers.

Aurora Innovation develops self-driving technology, with its main product, the Aurora Driver, designed to enable vehicles to transport people and goods autonomously. The company collaborates with logistics providers and vehicle manufacturers to license its technology, generating revenue through ongoing support and updates. Aurora's advanced sensor system, including FirstLight Lidar, enhances the safety and efficiency of its self-driving solutions. The 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

-3%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aurora raised $483M, boosting its commercial launch efforts.
  • Partnerships with Toyota and Uber enhance technology adoption across vehicle platforms.
  • New Bozeman facility advances Lidar research, improving sensor technology.

What critics are saying

  • Aurora's cash reserves may only last until 2025, risking financial instability.
  • Regulatory challenges may arise with Phoenix testing route expansion by 2025.
  • Reliance on partners like Volvo and Toyota could impact market position if they switch.

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 services for diverse vehicles.
  • 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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