Senior Software Engineer, Calibration

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Francisco, Washington (CA, District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop real-time sensor data processing algorithms and own the end-to-end calibration software for autonomous vehicles.

The role requires 6+ years in safety-critical software, strong C++ (17+), and expertise in sensor calibration for cameras, LiDARs, radars, and IMUs. Collaboration across software, hardware, manufacturing, and operations is essential. Hybrid work with in-office presence is expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience building software for safety-critical applications.
• Proficiency in modern C++ (17+), with a focus on high-performance, production quality engineering.
• Experience with offline and online calibration techniques and frameworks.
• Experience in sensor calibration for cameras, lidars, radars, and/or IMUs.
• Prior experience within robotics or autonomous vehicle domains.
• Experience with Eigen, Ceres or G2O.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient algorithms to process sensor data in real-time.
• End to end ownership including design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance of online calibration software for the vehicles.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams such as software, hardware, manufacturing, and operations.

Skills

C++17+

Real-time software

Robotics/AV experience

Sensor calibration

Tools

Eigen

Ceres

G2O

Job description

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop efficient algorithms to process sensor data in real-time.
• End to end ownership including design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance of online calibration software for the vehicles.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams such as software, hardware, manufacturing, and operations.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience building software for safety critical applications.
• Proficiency in modern C++ (17+), with a focus on high-performance, production quality engineering.
• Professional experience with both offline and online calibration techniques and frameworks.
• Experience in sensor calibration for cameras, lidars, radars, and/or IMUs.
• Prior experience within robotics or autonomous vehicle domains.
• Experience with Eigen or other linear algebra libraries.
• Experience with Ceres or G2O or other optimization libraries.
• The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $262,000 per Year . Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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