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
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.