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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Assurance Engineer - **Company:** Aurora Innovation, Inc. - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $171,000.0 - $273,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Software Quality, Data Visualization, ISO/IEC 15504, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Software Quality Management (Software Quality), Jama (Software), Information Technology, Atlassian Tools - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c66815f6ebc3dd0f ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent applicable technical experience. * 7+ years of progressive experience in software quality assurance, quality engineering, or QMS process management. * Demonstrated experience in a safety-critical domain (e.g., automotive, aerospace, robotics, medical devices). * Strong understanding of Software Quality Management Systems; deep command of ASPICE and working knowledge of ISO 26262-Part 6. * Proven, hands-on experience in conducting process audits and leading structured root cause analysis. * Adept at querying, analyzing, and visualizing data to track and report on quality metrics. * Proficient in tools such as Jira and Confluence for deficiency management and documentation. * Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to various audiences. * Strong leadership skills, with the ability to provide guidance and mentorship. * Ability to work independently, as part of a cross-functional team, or as a project lead., * Advanced degree in a relevant technical field. * Familiarity with UL 4600 (autonomous systems safety) and ISO/SAE 21434 (cybersecurity) as complementary standards to ASPICE and ISO 26262. * Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., Jama). * Experience with AWS (e.g., QuickSight, S3, Lambda) for building quality metrics infrastructure. * Experience in developing process and training materials. * Experience supporting quality processes during a product's transition from development to commercial deployment in a safety-critical environment. ## Description 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 are searching for a Staff Software Assurance Engineer on the Safety Case and Quality Management team who is a technical leader and go-to expert for Aurora's Software Assurance. You will leverage deep expertise to lead the implementation and continuous improvement of our software processes, ensuring conformance with ASPICE, ISO 26262 and other industry standards. Your insights will drive Aurora's software process adherence, deficiency management, and quality reporting, forming the backbone of our software assurance program. The role requires a strong background in software assurance, audit, assessment and root cause analysis. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders across Safety, Engineering, Operations, and Product to ensure the Aurora Driver is developed and deployed in accordance with ASPICE, ISO 26262, and Aurora's internal quality standards. 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