Software Engineer, Motion Planning: System Performance & Optimization - Aurora Innovation

Who We AreAurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before
The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, its driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing
Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S
Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder
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We’re searching for a Motion Planning Software Engineer to support and scale efforts for our Behavior Planning Team.In this role, you willDevelop real-time algorithms for selecting safe and comfortable trajectories for a self-driving vehicleDesign metric suites and testing workflows for rapid iteration on algorithmsDesign and implement efficient production-grade software for the Aurora DriverProvide technical leadership for the architectural elements of online and offline systems for evaluating good trajectories.Required QualificationsBS, MS, or Ph.D
in Robotics, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field4+ years of strong programming and software design skills in C++. Experience in low latency, real-time or robotics systems Experience in optimizing workloads on GPUs and use of nVidia profiling tools ( Nsight systems and Nsight compute
)Strong communication skills Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases environmentsDesirable QualificationsExperience in optimizing workloads on x86/64 CPUs and use of profiling tools ( ftrace, perf etc.) Experience in developing large scale distributed model training and systems across multiple GPUs Experience in optimization on ARM CPUsThe base salary range for this position is $152k-$227K 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.#LI-JL261#Mid-Senior Working 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 have offices in several locations across the United States, where we encourage team and cross-functional collaboration
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We seek candidates who take active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by working safely — no matter what.We believe that self-driving technology has broad benefits – including increased access to transportation
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