Embedded Software Engineer I, Vehicle Controls

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 an Embedded Software Engineer I - Vehicle Control.

In this role, you will

• Work within our control team to develop infrastructure and integrate embedded software with a modern C++ autonomy stack.


• Interact with autonomy planning and control software, embedded layer software, and vehicle platform commands and monitoring.


• Develop frameworks for robotics software that is run across multiple hardware devices.


• Develop software that will directly influence on-road behavior of autonomous vehicles including mode of operation, fault management, and health monitoring.


• Work with software/hardware interfaces including embedded system simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle system level testing.


• Build tools to automate testing and analysis of the control subsystem to assist in verification to safety-critical coverage standards.


• Development in Linux-based environments as well as RTOS embedded environments.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in software development using modern robotics frameworks


• Proficient in C++/C and python, including experience with embedded applications


• Knowledge of software architecture design best practices


• Familiarity with modern communication technologies and networking protocols (CAN, TCP/IP)


• Working knowledge of software analysis, linting, and testing tools


• Experience in systems-level programming

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated, safety critical, or quality managed environment


• Familiarity with control systems of automotive, aerospace, robotics, or similar systems

The base salary range for this position is $105,000-$157,000 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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