Senior Software Engineer, Networking & Real-Time Systems

Icehouseventures; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 193,930 - 291,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Equity opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Nuro in Mountain View, California, is seeking a skilled Networking Engineer to tackle complex connectivity challenges in self-driving technology. You will develop a network bonding framework, optimize performance, and work cross-functionally to enhance our vehicle's connectivity. Must have 5+ years of experience or a PhD in Networking/Distributed Systems, with excellent C++ skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $193,930 to $291,150, plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in network management or a PhD with 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience in developing high-performance, thread-safe C++ code.
• Deep understanding of TCP/UDP and high-mobility systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect a network bonding framework for cellular connectivity.
• Build simulation models to test network performance under various conditions.
• Develop custom algorithms for congestion control.

Skills

Linux networking stack

C++ programming

Socket programming

Real-time systems

Data overload compensation (FEC, ARQ)

Education

PhD in Networking/Distributed Systems

Tools

Wireshark

Job description

Who We Are

Nuro is a self-driving technology company on a mission to make autonomy accessible to all. Founded in 2016, Nuro is building the world’s most scalable driver, combining cutting-edge AI with automotive-grade hardware. Nuro licenses its core technology, the Nuro Driver, to support a wide range of applications, from robotaxis and commercial fleets to personally owned vehicles. With technology proven over years of self-driving deployments, Nuro gives the automakers and mobility platforms a clear path to AVs at commercial scale, empowering a safer, richer, and more connected future.

About the Role

Operating a vehicle remotely over cellular networks is challenging and critical. You will be responsible for ensuring that our "eyes on the road" never blink. You’ll tackle deep-stack networking challenges—from bonding multiple LTE carriers to designing custom FEC (Forward Error Correction) algorithms that out-perform standard protocols.

About the Work

• Engineered Connectivity: Architect a network bonding framework to aggregate bandwidth across multiple cellular providers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) to ensure zero-drop connectivity.
• Performance Modeling: Build sophisticated ns-3-like simulations to "stress test" our stack against edge cases like tunnel entries, rural dead zones, and network congestion.
• Optimization: Develop and implement custom congestion control algorithms specifically tuned for high-bitrate, low-latency video streaming.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Hardware and Embedded teams to optimize the network stack directly on our vehicle gateway.
• Tech We Use
  • Languages: C++20, Go
  • Protocols: WebRTC, Websocket, QUIC, SRT, gRPC
  • Tools: Wireshark

About You

• Systems Thinker: You have a deep understanding of the Linux networking stack, socket programming, and how data moves from the physical layer to the application.
• C++ Expert: You write performant, thread-safe code and understand the nuances of real-time systems.
• Protocol Native: You don’t just use TCP/UDP; you understand why they fail in high-mobility environments and how to implement FEC or ARQ to compensate.
• Experience: 5+ years of industry experience (or a PhD with a focus on Networking/Distributed Systems and 3+ years of industry experience).

Bonus Points

• Video streaming framework experience, e.g., WebRTC
• Understanding of video codec such as VP8, VP9, H264/265 etc.

At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $193,930 and $291,150 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.

At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. #LI-DNP