Staff Software Engineer, Logging (C++)

Aurora Innovation; Mountain View (WY); Hybrid; USD 189,000 - 303,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Innovation is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join the Logging & Offload team, focusing on high-throughput logging, data collection, and scalable offload for its self-driving platform.

You will design robust logging solutions, collaborate with systems and hardware teams, and help optimize data lifecycle management while mentoring engineers and setting coding standards in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field or equivalent industry experience.
• Expert-level C++ programming skills and the ability to design high-performance, thread-safe, and memory-efficient systems in a Linux environment.
• Proven experience with storage technologies, block devices, and making informed file system choices based on write endurance, throughput, and crash-consistency constraints.
• Ability to work across multiple programming languages and paradigms.
• A passion for writing robust, intuitive, and pragmatic production code.
• Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with colleagues across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-throughput, low-latency logging frameworks capable of handling massively parallel data streams.
• Define smart, dynamic data collection policies (e.g., triggering high-fidelity snapshots during performance events while intelligently downsampling routine driving data).
• Evaluate, select, and tune file systems to maximize write speeds and guarantee data integrity.
• Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to select storage media (NVMe, SSDs) and optimize kernel-level I/O performance.
• Work with autonomy engineers to meet performance and efficiency requirements for data collection and offload.
• Provide engineering support for field testing and fleet operations.
• Mentor senior engineers, set coding standards, and drive the long-term roadmap for on-vehicle data lifecycle management.

Skills

C++

Linux

Go

Communication

Autonomy

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Storage technologies

File systems

Kernel I/O tuning

Job description

Who we are

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visitaurora.techor follow us onLinkedIn.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We are searching for a Staff Software Engineer to join Aurora’s Logging & Offload team. This team is responsible for Aurora’s self-driving vehicle software stack, focusing on resource-optimized data collection and streamlined wireless data offloading at scale across diverse environments.

In this role, you will

• Design and implement high-throughput, low-latency logging frameworks capable of handling massively parallel data streams
• Define smart, dynamic data collection policies (e.g., triggering high-fidelity snapshots during performance events while intelligently downsampling routine driving data)
• Evaluate, select, and tune file systems to maximize write speeds and guarantee data integrity
• Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to select storage media (NVMe, SSDs) and optimize kernel-level I/O performance.
• Work with autonomy engineers to meet performance and efficiency requirements for data collection and offload
• Provide engineering support for field testing and fleet operations
• Mentor senior engineers, set coding standards, and drive the long-term roadmap for on-vehicle data lifecycle management.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience
• Expert-level C++ programming skills and the ability to design high-performance, thread-safe, and memory efficient systems in a Linux environment
• Proven experience working with storage technologies, block devices, and making informed file system choices based on write endurance, throughput, and crash-consistency constraints
• Ability to work across multiple programming languages and paradigms
• A passion for writing robust, intuitive, and pragmatic production code.
• Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with colleagues across time zones.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with performance evaluation and optimization.
• Strong programming skills in GoLang
• Experience with safety critical systems

The base salary range for this position is $189,000-$303,000 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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Working at Aurora
At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

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Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

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