Firmware Engineer - Networking at Aurora Innovation
Aurora Innovation · Mountain View, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Mountain View
Who we are
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 Firmware Engineer to join Aurora’s Embedded Firmware team. The Firmware Team is responsible for following topics:
- Board bring up
- Writing/Customizing RTOS/Linux
- Bootloaders and SW updates
- Safety FW
- Security FW
- Manufacturing FW
- Application software development
In this role, you will
- Architect and implement software on ECUs running Linux
- Help architect interfaces between various networking components
- Help define and implement safety and security requirements
- Support hardware engineers with PCB bring up, debugging and testing
- Model exemplary software development practices
Required Qualifications
- 3-10 years of experience
- Good understanding of C and C++
- Familiarity with Linux kernel and drivers
- Understanding of at least one embedded Linux distribution (i.e. Yocto or Buildroot)
- Good understanding of Ethernet, IP, and higher levels of networking
- Hardware-based ethernet packet processors (VLANs, Filtering engines, TCAMs, etc.)
- Deep familiarity with features of at least one network switching ASICs is a must (Broadcom, Marvell, or Microchip switches preferred).
- Basic knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals to support low level debugging
Desirable Qualifications
- PTP (Precision Time Protocols)
- RTOS
- Safety + Security Concepts
- Product development and manufacturing support
- Architecture
The base salary range for this position is $139,000-$223,000 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].
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