Senior Staff Software Engineer (Security)

Aurora; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

I did my part and supported the Regular Toilet is looking for a Senior Staff Security Software Engineer to drive the secure design and implementation of vehicle software technologies. This role includes both hands-on responsibilities and leadership in architectural strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a robust background in software engineering with a focus on security as well as experience leading projects and teams. The position offers a competitive salary range from $212,000 to $307,000 per year along with annual bonuses and equity compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a security-specific or security-adjacent industry.
• Minimum 10 years of development in a software engineering environment.
• Ability to translate company goals into product requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design/architect systems for Aurora’s security goals.
• Lead implementation of security systems for vehicles and cloud.
• Mentor both security and non-security engineers.

Skills

C++

Golang

Cryptographic protocols

Infrastructure and network security

Debugging across module boundaries

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Senior Staff Security Software Engineer

This is a software architecture/development position reporting in the reporting chain of the CISO. The team is responsible for the secure design and implementation of technology built for the onboard vehicle platform and the cloud services with which the vehicle communicates. In addition to contributing to the security architectural strategy, the team is involved in architecture reviews, reviewing and proposing threat models, security code reviews, and release‑security for Aurora’s products. The focus, however, is the design and development of new security frameworks and technologies for our autonomous vehicle platform.

Responsibilities

• Design/architect systems to support Aurora’s security goals in fulfilling its Safety Case.
• Lead the implementation (hands on) of Aurora’s vehicle security systems or cloud systems that support the security of Auror’s vehicles.
• Lead successful integration of security capabilities and components with partner teams.
• Work with Vehicle Platform partners and OEMs and ensure successful security integration into the Aurora Driver platform.
• Guide and mentor both security and non‑security engineers.

Required qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability and desire to write production‑quality code in C++ and Golang.
• Ability to work effectively with other software engineers on design and code.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Translate product requirements into code independently.
• Able to write high quality production code, unit tests, integration tests.
• Able to debug across module boundaries.
• Familiarity with and ability to implement best practices related to cryptographic protocols, infrastructure and network security.
• Ability to translate company goals into product requirements.
• Able to lead a team and organize projects in order to deliver desired outcome.
• Able to work cross‑functionally with other teams.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a security‑specific or security‑adjacent industry.
• Minimum 10 years of development in a software engineering environment.

Desirable qualifications

• Experience evaluating the security of software and services.
• Foundational knowledge of embedded firmware security and hardware security, preferably in the robotics or automotive space.
• Familiarity working with or developing fuzzers.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS) and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Familiarity with Trusted Platform Modules, HSMs, and trusted boot.
• A history of giving back to the security industry via open source contributions, published papers, or conference presentations.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $212,000 - $307,000 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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