Embedded Software Engineer I

Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Aurora is dedicated to delivering self-driving technology safely and efficiently. They are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer I to join their team, focusing on developing applications for custom hardware devices and ensuring robust system performance.


Responsibilities

  • Help with board bring up activities
  • Using the reference design and SDK documentation, build DRIVE OS, and configure hypervisors
  • Understand power up sequence, secure boot process and implement FW updates
  • Implement manufacturing tests, diagnostics and benchmarking firmware
  • Develop, debug and configure device drivers for SoC peripherals
  • Support frameworks, networking and middleware software development

Skills

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Experience in embedded software development, for Nvidia SoCs such as Orin or /Thor, or embedded Linux
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
  • Knowledge of Linux, Yocto, kernel, and driver development
  • Experience with Nvidia DRIVE OS and Drive Works
  • Basic knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals to support low-level debugging
  • Prior project work in embedded systems, such as board bring-up, Secure Boot, Firmware Encryption, or Update mechanisms
  • Familiarity with electronics test equipment and hardware debugging (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc)
  • Experience with RTOS environments, especially FreeRTOS/SafeRTOS

Benefits

  • Annual bonus
  • Equity compensation
  • Benefits

Company Overview

  • Aurora is building self-driving technology to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling trucks to ride-hailing passenger ones. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://aurora.tech.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Aurora has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 11 in 2025, 51 in 2024, 88 in 2023, 76 in 2022, 38 in 2021, 51 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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