Senior Software Engineer II, Remote Assistance Vehicle Engineering in Test at Cruise Automation

We're Cruise, a self-driving service designed for the cities we love.We’re building the world’s most advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people to the places, things, and experiences they care about
We believe self-driving vehicles will help save lives, reshape cities, give back time in transit, and restore freedom of movement for many.In our cars, you’re free to be yourself
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Job Overview:Join our Remote Assistance Autonomous Vehicle Engineering team, focusing on developing and testing remote assistance interfaces that enhance communication between human Remote Assistance Operators and the autonomous systems of our vehicles
This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the system's reliability and safety, contributing to the end-to-end process of developing robust, scalable, and effective remote operations for autonomous vehicles (AVs).Goals & Impact: You will have a significant impact on developing a novel, scalable, and tested remote assistance system, contributing to the safe and reliable operation of autonomous vehicles
Your work will directly enhance system functionality by integrating insights from motion planning, controls, and behavior models into real-time remote assistance interfaces and ensuring that the systems satisfy safety and efficiency requirements.Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with data science and autonomy teams to develop robust test and validation plans of remote assistance capabilities and maneuvers.Develop and test remote assistance solutions that surface critical vehicle telemetry, diagnostics, and environmental context to operators, improving safety and efficiency.Conduct comprehensive testing and analysis of risk and performance across various AV capabilities to enhance remote assistance systems.Lead the test and validation of interfaces between vehicle subsystems, ensuring robust communication and data flow.Champion engineering excellence, emphasizing the importance of high-quality code, testing, and safety standards in safety-critical environments.Stay updated on the latest AV research and integrate practical findings into system enhancementsQualifications:BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field.5+ years of experience in C++ development, with a focus on testing and validating robotic systems.Proven track record of leading complex software projects, with a strong focus on testing and quality assurance.Extensive experience developing and shipping robust robotic solutions in high-stakes environments.Excellent software engineering fundamentals, with a passion for developing well-structured, well-tested, and scalable systems.Bonus pointsExperience working with robotics technologies (Linux, ROS, OpenCV, CUDA).Prior experience in autonomous vehicle or robotics industries.Experience with network-based applications (protobufs, RPCs) and safety-critical software applications.The salary range for this position is $161,200 - $237,000
Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
You may also be offered a bonus, long-term incentives, and benefits
These ranges are subject to change.Why Cruise?Our benefits are here to support the whole you:Competitive salary and benefits Medical / dental / vision, Life and AD&DSubsidized mental health benefitsPaid time off and holidaysPaid parental, medical, family care, and military leave of absence401(k) Cruise matching program Fertility benefitsDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountFlexible Spending Account & Health Saving AccountPerks Wallet program for benefits/perksPre-tax Commuter benefit plan for local employeesCruiseFlex, our location-flexible work policy
(Learn more about CruiseFlex).We’re IntegratedThrough our partnerships with General Motors and Honda, we are the only self-driving company with fully integrated manufacturing at scale.We’re FundedGM, Honda, Microsoft, T
Rowe Price, and Walmart have invested billions in Cruise
Their backing for our technology demonstrates their confidence in our progress, team, and vision and makes us one of the leading autonomous vehicle organizations in the industry
Our deep resources greatly accelerate our operating speed.Cruise LLC is an equal opportunity employer
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives
We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, caste, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability
Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities
Cruise will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable laws.Cruise is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know or email proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias
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You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.Candidates applying for roles that operate and remotely operate the AV: Licensed to drive a motor vehicle in the U.S
for the three years immediately preceding your application, currently holding an active in-state regular driver’s license or equivalent, and no more than one point on driving record
A successful completion of a background check, drug screen and DMV Motor Vehicle Record check is also required.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Cruise does not accept unsolicited agency resumes
Furthermore, Cruise does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners. No Application Deadline