Staff Software Engineer, Full Stack – Aurora Services

About Aurora

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, bringing 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.

Role Overview

We’re searching for a Staff Software Engineer to join our Aurora Services team. The Aurora Services team sits at the core of Aurora’s mission to scale safe autonomous driving, building systems that synthesize data across our ecosystem—from vehicles, operators, and external sources—to power real‑time self‑driving capabilities and operational excellence across our entire fleet.

Responsibilities

• Architect and drive strategic initiatives to build scalable full‑stack web services that power real‑time and offline data flows essential for fleet optimization, autonomy improvement, and commercial operations.
• Provide technical leadership and influence best practices across multiple teams, guiding design, development, and deployment of complex systems at the intersection of web services and real‑world autonomy.
• Develop and deploy robust, well‑engineered solutions, leveraging modern frontend frameworks and building highly available, low‑latency backend services, APIs, and data pipelines.
• Mentor and grow senior engineers, raising the technical bar for the organization through code reviews, design discussions, and promoting a culture of engineering excellence.
• Partner with leaders across autonomy, cloud infrastructure, and operations to define technical roadmaps, align on priorities, and drive complex projects from inception to completion.
• Translate complex operational data and autonomy metrics into actionable insights through scalable operator‑facing tools and powerful APIs, directly improving efficiency and product.

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of industry experience in software development, with a proven track record of designing, building, and operating large‑scale full‑stack systems.
• Deep expertise in both front‑end and back‑end development, including scalable web services, distributed systems, and modern API design.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, driving technical strategy, influencing architectural decisions, and mentoring senior engineers.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively partner with cross‑functional teams and present technical solutions to a diverse audience.
• Proficiency with cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and monitoring/alerting systems).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience defining technical roadmaps and driving long‑term strategic projects that span multiple engineering teams.
• Prior experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or real‑time distributed fleet systems.
• Deep understanding of data modeling, data pipelines, and integrating third‑party data sources into production systems.

Pay

For roles based in Pittsburgh, PA, the salary range is $171,000 – $273,000 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 job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Equity compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package

Work Environment

Aurora operates in a hybrid work environment where employees are in the office at least three days per week to foster collaboration, empathy, and effective leadership.

Safety Commitment

Safety is at the core of everything we do. Every employee is expected to adhere to Aurora’s safety policies, contribute to a culture of trust, and prioritize safe work practices at all times.

Inclusion Commitment

Aurora considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran or military status, disability, or any other protected status. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories where permitted by law and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.