Senior Staff Software Engineer (Security)

NextGenEnergyJobs; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 212,000 - 307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Aurora is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer (Security) to design and implement security for onboard vehicle and cloud systems. You will lead hands-on development, mentor engineers, and work with partners to ensure secure integration across platforms.

The role emphasizes cryptographic practices, threat modeling, and secure code reviews, with a strong focus on architecture and leadership within a hybrid Seattle-based team.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in CS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Production-quality code in C++ and Golang.
• Experience with security architecture, threat modeling, and secure code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design/architect systems to support Aurora’s security goals and Safety Case.
• Lead hands-on implementation of vehicle and cloud security systems.
• Integrate security capabilities with partner teams and platforms.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Platform partners and OEMs for secure integration.
• Mentor security and non-security engineers.

Skills

Security engineering

C++

Golang

Architectural design

Leadership

Threat modeling

Code reviews

Communication

Independent coding

Unit tests

Tools

AWS

Job description

Senior Staff Software Engineer (Security)

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

Key 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.

Requirements

• We’re searching for a Senior Staff Security Software Engineer. This is a software architecture/development position reporting in the reporting chain of the CISO. Our 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 of this team however, is the design and development of new security frameworks and technologies for our autonomous vehicle platform.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• We operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.