Software Engineer, Maps Infra

Aurora Innovation, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$162,000.0 - $260,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Geographic Information Systems Amazon Web Services C++ (Programming Language) Distributed Systems Python (Programming Language) Performance Tuning Data Processing Google Cloud Backend Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology
+3 more
Production Code Data Pipelines Golang

Job description

  • Design, develop, and maintain the scalable backend infrastructure and data processing pipeline for storing and serving map data as we onboard the Aurora Driver to more commercial routes.
  • Establish and maintain robust testing and performance optimization practices to ensure the stability and scalability of the Atlas system.
  • Partner closely with internal and external customers to influence existing and future designs and features.

Requirements

  • 4+ years experience building server side and data processing systems.
  • Expert proficiency in C++ with a commitment to writing clean, testable, and production-ready code.
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems principles, with a proven ability to deliver scalable, reliable backend systems.
  • Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes).
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proven ability to rapidly learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements., * M.S. or Ph.D in Computer Science or a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Domain experience with geospatial data, mapping systems, or high-throughput data pipelines.
  • Working proficiency in Python and Golang.

Benefits & conditions

The base salary range for this position is $162,000 - $260,000. 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.

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.

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 looking for a Software Engineer to partner with our Mapping team to deliver stable, fast, scalable solutions for the Aurora Atlas - our mapping storage and versioning system. The Atlas powers many key functions, from map update processes, test creation systems, offboard simulations, visualizations, and onboard perception and decision making. This role is ideal for those who are energized by challenging problems at the intersection of scalable backend systems, data versioning and cross team collaborations., 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 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

Apply for this position

This job is hosted externally. Click below to view the full posting and apply.

Apply on dice.com

Good distractions

Talks and stories from around this role — technically off-topic, practically not.

1:08 min

Building solutions with open source GoLang infrastructure tools

Jad Wahab · LIVE

1:52 min

Structuring and scaling the backend engineering team

Stefan Lingler Stefan Lingler +1 · Coffee With Developers

2:28 min

Understanding Kubernetes architecture and core cluster components

Marc Nimmerrichter · WWC 2022

2:56 min

Introduction of panelists and their roles in AI engineering

Damandeep Kochhar Damandeep Kochhar +4 · WWC Europe 2026

6:16 min

Event-driven Golang backend architecture and cloud deployment

Irina Branovic Irina Branovic · WWC Europe 2026

4:10 min

Introduction to technical background and geospatial roles

Joana Simoes · LIVE

Videos

See all

Related articles

See all