Staff Software Engineer, Vehicle I/O

Aurora; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 171,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for its Vehicle Connectivity team in Pittsburgh. The role focuses on defining vehicle connectivity and communication architecture, along with working closely with autonomy engineers.

Candidates should have a BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field and strong programming skills in C++. The compensation for this position ranges from $171,000 to $273,000, along with an annual bonus and equity compensation.

Qualifications

• Must have strong programming skills in C++.
• Experience with networking protocols required.
• Ability to work across multiple programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Define vehicle connectivity and communication architecture.
• Address connectivity-specific concerns for vehicle runtime.
• Perform connectivity bring up of new vehicle platforms.

Skills

C++ programming

Networking protocols (TCP, UDP, gRPC, HTTP)

Communication skills

Linux network configuration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GoLang

Ethernet switching knowledge

Job description

Company Overview

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, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.

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’re searching for a Staff Software Engineer to join Aurora’s Vehicle Connectivity team. The Vehicle Connectivity team is responsible for Aurora’s self-driving vehicle connectivity stack for reliable, observable, and secure vehicle-to-cloud communications.

In this role, you will

• Define vehicle connectivity and communication architecture
• Address connectivity-specific concerns for vehicle runtime, e.g. networking, performance, and observability
• Perform connectivity bring up of new vehicle platforms
• Work with autonomy engineers to meet performance and efficiency requirements for data collection and offload
• Provide engineering support for field testing and fleet operations

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience
• Strong programming skills in C++
• Ability to work across multiple programming languages and paradigms
• Experience working with networking protocols, such as TCP, UDP, gRPC, HTTP
• A passion for writing robust, intuitive, high-performance code, and being pragmatic about it
• Experience with Linux network configuration and troubleshooting
• Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work autonomously, but still be a great team player with colleagues across time-zones

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with performance evaluation and optimization.
• Network health monitoring frameworks
• Strong programming skills in GoLang
• Experience with safety critical systems
• Good understanding of ethernet switching and interaction between OSI layers 1, 2, 3 and 4

Compensation

The base range for this position is $171,000 - $273,000. 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.

Our commitment to inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

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