Staff Software Engineer, Connectivity (C++)

Who we areAurora’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. This team is responsible for Aurora’s self-driving vehicle connectivity stack for reliable, observable, and secure vehicle-to-cloud communications.In this role, you willDefine vehicle connectivity and communication architectureDesign and implement highly-reliable, low-latency vehicle communications framework handling diverse mobile network conditions Address connectivity-specific concerns for vehicle runtime, e.g. networking, performance, and observabilityWork with autonomy engineers to meet performance and efficiency requirements for data throughputProvide engineering support for field testing and fleet operationsMentor senior engineers, set coding standards, and drive the long-term roadmap for vehicle to cloud connectivityRequired QualificationsBS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experienceExpert-level C++ programming skills and the ability to design high-performance, thread-safe, and memory-efficient systems in a Linux environmentAbility to work across multiple programming languages and paradigmsExperience working with networking protocols, such as TCP, UDP, gRPC, and network health monitoring frameworksA passion for writing robust, intuitive, and pragmatic production codeExperience with Linux network configuration and troubleshootingAbility to navigate and work effectively in large codebasesStrong verbal and written communication skills Work autonomously, but still be a great team player with colleagues across time-zonesDesirable Qualifications Experience with performance evaluation and optimizationStrong programming skills in GoLangExperience with safety critical systemsThe 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. #LI-td-1#Mid-SeniorWorking at AuroraAt 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.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.Our commitment to safetyAt 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.Our commitment to inclusionAurora 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. 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