Senior Staff Software Engineer (Security)

Aurora Innovation, Inc.
Mountain View, United States of America
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 307K

Job location

Mountain View, United States of America

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Unit Testing
C++
Cloud Computing Security
Code Review
Software Debugging
Embedded Software
Cryptographic Protocols
Hardware Security Module
Integrated Development Environments
Network Security
Open Source Technology
Software Architecture
Cloud Services
Security Software
Cloud Platform System
Integration Tests
Information Technology
Production Code
Go

Job description

We're searching for a Senior Staff Security Software Engineer. This is a software architecture/development position reporting in the reporting chain of the CISO. Our team is responsible for the secure design and implementation of technology built for the onboard vehicle platform and the cloud services with which the vehicle communicates. In addition to contributing to the security architectural strategy, the team is involved in architecture reviews, reviewing and proposing threat models, security code reviews, and release-security for Aurora's products. The focus of this team however, is the design and development of new security frameworks and technologies for our autonomous vehicle platform.

In this role you will

  • Design/Architect systems to support Aurora's security goals in fulfilling its Safety Case.
  • Lead the implementation (hands on) of Aurora's vehicle security systems or cloud systems that support the security of Auror's vehicles.
  • Lead successful integration of security capabilities and components with partner teams
  • Work with Vehicle Platform partners and OEMs and ensure successful security integration into the Aurora Driver platform
  • Guide and mentor both security and non-security engineers

Requirements

Do you have experience in Unit testing?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

  • Ability and desire to write production-quality code in C++, and Golang
  • Ability to work effectively with other software engineers on design and code
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
  • Translate product requirements into code independently
  • Able to write high quality production code, unit tests, integration tests
  • Able to debug across module boundaries
  • Familiarity with and Ability to implement best practices related to cryptographic protocols, infrastructure and network security
  • Ability to translate company goals into product requirements
  • Able to lead a team and organize projects in order to deliver desired outcome
  • Able to work cross functionally with other teams
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a security-specific or security-adjacent industry
  • Minimum 10 years of development in a software engineering environment, * Experience evaluating the security of software and services
  • Foundational knowledge of embedded firmware security and hardware security, preferably in the robotics or automotive space
  • Familiarity working with or developing fuzzers
  • Familiarity with cloud security (AWS) and infrastructure-as-code
  • Familiarity with Trusted Platform Modules, HSMs, and trusted boot
  • A history of giving back to the security industry via open source contributions, published papers, or conference presentations

About the company

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. What we are looking for 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., 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. 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 safety At 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 inclusion

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