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Staff Software Engineer, Behavior Simulation

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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, Behavior Simulation.

In this role, you will

  • Design and develop critical simulation engines and offline testing engines for a self-driving vehicle.
  • Develop software in standard C++17 and Python, using modern best practices.
  • Contribute to engineering best practices on a large and complex code base.
  • Drive ambitious technical projects across simulation and autonomy teams.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of applied industry experience demonstrating strong programming and software design skills in C++
  • Experience with software design, especially in complex systems with dependencies
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and with adjacent teams 
  • Willingness to embrace new challenges and commit to achieving project goals
  • Willingness to learn things quickly
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Robotics, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or related field

Desirable Qualifications 

  • Experience with the development of simulation engines or autonomy systems (perception, motion planning, control systems)

The base salary range for this position is $146,000-$234,000 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. Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.

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 [email protected].

For California applicants, information collected and processed as part of your application and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Aurora’s California Employment Privacy Policy.

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