Software Engineer I

Aurora is dedicated to delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely and efficiently. They are seeking a Software Engineer to join their Vehicle Platforms team, focusing on integrating core hardware components and optimizing onboard performance for autonomous trucks.

Responsibilities

• Integrate Core Hardware Components: Write and maintain C++ interfaces and drivers that integrate Lidars, Radars, Cameras, and other embedded devices into the Aurora Driver stack
• Support Platform Bring-up: Participate in the initial software "bring-up" of new vehicle platforms, ensuring the onboard compute and sensors are correctly configured and communicating
• Optimize Onboard Performance: Profile and optimize code to ensure efficient use of limited CPU, GPU, and memory resources on the vehicle
• Monitor Hardware Health: Develop and refine software tools that track the real-time health and telemetry of our hardware components to ensure safe fleet operations
• Validate via HIL Infrastructure: Utilize Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments to test and verify your code changes against real-world hardware before deployment to the road

Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Strong proficiency in C++: Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and memory management (academic or project-based)
• Hands-on Systems Experience: At least 1–2 years of relevant experience, which can be demonstrated through multiple internships, significant academic research, or professional work involving hardware-software interaction
• Linux Fundamentals: Experience working in a Linux environment with an understanding of command-line tools and system basics
• Exposure to Networking Protocols: Familiarity with the basics of data transport, such as TCP/IP, UDP, or serial communication
• Robotics or Embedded Projects: Experience with ROS/ROS2, microcontrollers (Arduino/STM32/ESP32), or hobbyist robotics
• Familiarity with Sensors: Prior exposure to Lidar, Radar, or Camera data processing and hardware interfaces
• Scripting Skills: Proficiency in Python for automation, data analysis, or building internal support tools
• Automotive Knowledge: Understanding of CAN bus protocols or Automotive Ethernet basics
• Safety Mindset: Familiarity with concepts of high-availability or safety-critical software design

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Equity compensation
• Benefits

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