Staff Hardware Reliability Engineer - Sensors Job at Aurora Innovation (Mountain View)

Staff Software Engineer, Reliability

The AV platform team develops the first layers of software on the GM Autonomous ...

Location

United States , Austin; Mountain View

Salary:

160200.00 - 290700.00 USD / Year

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience professional experience with multi-sensor system services and frameworks
Bachelors Degree in relevant field or relevant work experience
Proven experience writing production software to improve data quality and reliability of safety critical systems including root cause and corrective actions
Proficiency with C++11 or later and Python
Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting firmware-related issue
Experience driving complex embedded software projects through the full lifecycle of product development
Experience architecting and delivering Embedded Systems solutions that support multiple generations of the product
Experience engaging in communication at senior management levels and influencing technical strategies
Experience applying and mentoring team members on software development best practice
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with hardware, systems engineering, program management, product management and peer software teams to develop critical reliability software features for the autonomous vehicle
Root-cause analysis of complex problems involving multiple cross-functional partners, including hardware and software
Identify reliability issue trends, provide clear guidance on reliability requirements, develop reliability design guidelines, and apply lessons learned to enable continuous improvement
Design and implement shared infrastructure and tooling among the AV Platform teams to monitor and analyze embedded software and data quality metrics
Own the development quality and ensure the solutions are scalable, secure, and optimized for customer experience and performance
Partner with cross-functional teams to architect and implement embedded software observability and monitoring solutions
Work with the engineering teams to architect and build services to simplify troubleshooting and operational response to incidents and Autonomous Vehicles fleet outages
Own technical projects, participate in design reviews and provide input for the reliability section of others’ design reviews
Ensure efficiency of the vehicle change process involving embedded software changes and dependencies
Participate in on-call rotation

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
retirement savings plan
sickness and accident benefits
life insurance
paid vacation & holidays
tuition assistance programs

Fulltime

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Staff Software Engineer, Embedded Linux & Android

General Motors is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join ...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

Not provided

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or Work equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in Android, embedded Linux kernel development, device driver programming, and board bring-up
Expertise in Linux kernel internals, including memory management, scheduling, file systems, and IPC mechanisms
Experience in Android or other embedded device bring-up, such as cameras, displays, audio devices and network system
Strong experience with BSP development, bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot), and firmware integration
Deep knowledge of communication protocols such as USB, PCIe, I2C, SPI, and MIPI-CSI
Experience with Ethernet interfaces (WLAN, LAN) and network protocols (BLE, Bluetooth 5.0)
Proficiency in diagnostics, health monitoring, and fault detection for embedded systems
Familiarity with manufacturing and production support, including hardware validation, firmware flashing, and end-of-line testing
Proficiency in low-level debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, GDB, ftrace, kdump, perf)

Job Responsibility

Develop and enhance Android & Embedded Linux kernel and device drivers, including those for camera sensors, display interfaces, multimedia subsystems, and networking (WLAN, LAN, BLE, BT5.0)
Lead system bring-up activities, including bootloader configuration, camera pipeline initialization, board support package (BSP) development, and low-level debugging
Integrate and optimize hardware components, including USB, PCIe, I2C-connected peripherals, and Ethernet interfaces to ensure seamless operation within our embedded software stack
Develop and implement diagnostics and health monitoring solutions, ensuring system reliability, predictive maintenance, and fault detection in critical automotive systems
Analyze and troubleshoot low-level system issues, particularly in camera interfaces (MIPI-CSI, ISP bring-up), high-speed data buses, and network connectivity
Support manufacturing and production processes, including hardware validation, firmware flashing, and end-of-line testing to ensure smooth integration of software into production vehicles
Work closely with hardware teams to validate and debug platform issues, ensuring optimal hardware-software interaction
Define Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and work towards continuously improving software stability, performance, and maintainability

Fulltime

Staff Embedded Engineer

We operate one of the world’s largest connected micromobility fleets, with close...

Location

Sweden , Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Voi Technology

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience building and operating embedded / firmware systems in real‑world environments at scale (ideally globally distributed connected device fleets)
Strong skills in embedded C/C++ development and low‑power, real‑time embedded systems
Deep understanding of firmware architecture, hardware / software integration and distributed IoT systems
Proven experience debugging complex field issues across firmware, hardware, manufacturing and connectivity layers
Strong experience with embedded communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, I²C, UART and BLE

Job Responsibility

Translate rider and operator needs into platform‑level design decisions
Architect and evolve a large‑scale distributed embedded platform spanning vehicle control systems, battery‑powered IoT devices and multi‑MCU/MPU platforms (including Zephyr / Linux‑capable systems)
Develop and scale platforms capable of hosting multiple ML models on‑edge based on computer vision and other sensors
Drive the evolution of fleet‑wide OTA infrastructure, remote diagnostics and observability for hundreds of thousands of devices across 100+ cities in Europe
Lead technical discussions and design reviews with internal teams and external hardware suppliers and manufacturing partners
Improve resilience and recovery mechanisms for remotely deployed systems, including safe rollback strategies and recovery of bricked devices
Drive improvements in CAN‑based vehicle communication, power systems, GNSS and geofencing in dense urban environments, and sensor reliability, including Bluetooth and NFC user interactions
Raise the bar for engineering excellence across embedded and firmware engineering, mentoring others, refining CI/CD, testing and release processes, and introducing best‑in‑class development practices
Champion the strategic and pragmatic adoption of Generative AI tools to increase engineering effectiveness while protecting code quality and minimising technical debt

What we offer

Join Europe’s #1 micromobility operator
Get “skin in the game” through our employee options programme
Enjoy unlimited free Voi rides and a dog‑friendly office
Work together with inspiring, motivated and fun colleagues towards a common goal
Join the micromobility revolution and be a part of creating sustainable cities made for living, free from noise and pollution

Fulltime

Staff Software Engineer – Secondary Driving System

At General Motors, our Embodied AI teams are redefining what’s possible in drive...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

218800.00 - 335300.00 USD / Year

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
or equivalent practical experience
8+ years of professional software engineering experience building production systems in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other complex real‑time/control systems, including significant experience in perception and/or prediction
Strong proficiency in modern C++ (e.g., C++14/17 or later) in large, multi‑contributor codebases
experience using Python for tooling, data analysis, and ML experimentation
Demonstrated experience leading technical design and delivery of perception, tracking, or prediction systems in real‑time environments, including: Multi‑sensor fusion across camera, radar, and/or lidar (e.g., object‑level fusion, occupancy/freespace fusion, early/late fusion architectures)
Classical computer vision and geometric algorithms (feature extraction, multi‑view geometry, stereo, SfM, SLAM/visual odometry)
Multi‑object tracking (Kalman/extended/unscented filters, track‑to‑track fusion, track lifecycle management)
Motion prediction for road users (analytical kinematic models, maneuver‑based prediction, or learned trajectory forecasting models)
Proven track record of delivering reliable, high‑quality robotics or autonomous driving software to production, including: Testing strategies (simulation, HIL, scenario‑based testing, regression suites)

Job Responsibility

Serve as a technical lead for SDS software across multiple components of the stack, setting direction for algorithms, architectures, and system interfaces across features and releases
Own the end‑to‑end technical strategy for key SDS behaviors and features, spanning perception/prediction integration, planning, controls, and system‑level interactions
Balance hands‑on technical work with cross‑team leadership: you will still design and implement critical components in modern C++, while also guiding other senior and mid‑level engineers to deliver at scale
Collaborate closely with experts in perception, tracking, prediction, state estimation, localization, mapping, planning, controls, systems engineering, and safety to deliver robust, fail‑operational behaviors for Super Cruise and future products
Define technical vision & architecture
Set the technical direction for SDS software components with a focus on correctness, robustness, and predictable runtime behavior under tight latency and compute budgets
Architect scalable, modular multi‑sensor perception pipelines for camera, radar, and lidar, including detection, classification, lane/road feature extraction, freespace/occupancy, and environmental context
Establish and evolve interfaces and contracts between perception/prediction and upstream/downstream components (state estimation, localization, mapping, planning, controls, autonomy management)
Lead high‑impact projects
Lead design and delivery of multi‑object tracking systems (e.g., Kalman/extended/unscented filters, IMM, probabilistic data association, track lifecycle management) that provide stable, high‑quality tracks under real‑world noise and edge cases

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
retirement savings plan
sickness and accident benefits
life insurance
paid vacation & holidays
tuition assistance programs

Fulltime

Staff Electrical Engineer - Actuators

Archer is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer- Actuators to lead the architectur...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

160000.00 - 217000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of relevant electrical system and circuit board design experience
Sound knowledge and hands-on experience in traditional and modern power electronic technologies including: Inverter technology for variable speed motor drive (MOSFET, rectifiers and gate driver PWM technologies)
Passive power devices, e.g. inductors, capacitors, resistors and transformers
Power electronics system architecture design and hardware integration
Motor drive and power converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) control technologies
Motor control and commutation methods for various types of three phase motors
Microcontrollers and processors
Sensor technology and implementation
Gate drive design for wide bandgap devices (SiC and GaN)

Job Responsibility

Design and develop fault tolerant and high power density actuator controller including motor drivers, sensors, power stages, and embedded control interfaces
Be responsible for all aspects of power electronics designs from components, circuits, modules and system integration
Passive component design and optimization in power electronics systems
EMC and Lightning design, analysis, and testing for low voltage and high voltage electronic systems
Lead new designs from conception into production while working with a multidisciplinary team
Start to finish ownership of hardware – from specification to design, prototype, reliability validation and manufacturing
Requirements capture, topology trade-study and performance modeling
Schematic, layout and PCB assembly design and review
Design and carry out prototype verification tests for proof of concept
Analyze test data and reports to verify functional and performance specifications

Fulltime

Staff Electronics Engineer- Propulsion Controller

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

170800.00 - 225600.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
8+ years experience in complex electronics and control system design
Proven expertise in architecting microcontroller-based control systems from concept to production
Deep knowledge of low-voltage power design, analog signal conditioning, and communication protocols including CAN and Ethernet
Experience designing fault-tolerant, redundant electronics for safety-critical applications
Strong understanding of PCBA design for EMC/EMI mitigation, signal integrity, and thermal management
Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to mentor engineering teams

Job Responsibility

Own the technical roadmap and architecture for engine and generator controller boards from concept through flight certification
Drive microcontroller selection, processing architecture, and memory management to meet real-time performance and safety requirements
Design low-voltage power distribution trees, precision analog signal conditioning circuits, and sensor interfaces for temperature, current, voltage, position, and vibration sensing in harsh environments
Architect and validate multi-protocol communication systems including CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, and UART for integration with aircraft subsystems
Develop fault detection, isolation, and recovery logic in hardware to ensure fail-safe operation and meet functional safety requirements
Serve as technical authority for controller design, leading design reviews, mentoring engineers, and ensuring best practices for reliability and manufacturability
Collaborate with firmware, power electronics, mechanical, systems, and safety teams to integrate controllers into the propulsion system
Develop and execute validation plans using simulation and testing to meet performance, EMC, and certification requirements

Fulltime

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Cell Hardware

Symbotic is seeking a highly talented mechanical engineer to join our R&D Hardwa...

Location

United States , Wilmington

Salary:

125000.00 - 171600.00 USD / Year

Symbotic

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 6 years of work experience in a hands-on design role
Industrial robotics, automation, and material handling experience is strongly preferred
Full proficiency with SolidWorks is desired
A demonstrated level of experience using FEA (Solidworks Simulation and/or Ansys) is desired
Experience in designing parts for a variety of manufacturing processes: machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics, fabricated assemblies, etc.
Strong mechanical intuition and hands on approach to conceptualizing and prototyping
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Desire to take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential

Job Responsibility

Invent novel, elegant, and reliable solutions for highly integrated hardware systems
Contribute to the conception, analysis, prototyping, detailed design and validation of complex electromechanical systems using Solidworks
Perform feasibility analyses and make recommendations on viability of concepts
Create quantitative trade studies to evaluate designs and identify optimum solutions
Contribute innovations that satisfy customers’ needs and enable new market opportunities
Research outside sources, evaluate and validate mechanical components such as motors, sensors, bearings, etc. from outside suppliers
Provide technical direction, review, and leadership of external design partners and suppliers
Perform and document mechanical analysis of your designs
Perform tolerance analysis on complex mechanical assemblies and create mechanical drawings in accordance with ANSI Y14.5 standards
Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in Siemens Teamcenter PLM

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
disability
401K
PTO

Fulltime

Staff Systems Engineer

Cyngn is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to lead system definition and architec...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

187000.00 - 209000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
8+ years of experience in systems engineering for complex electro-mechanical systems (robotics, vehicles, industrial automation, autonomy)
Strong experience translating product-level requirements into detailed engineering specifications and verification plans
Solid understanding of industrial safety standards, particularly ANSI B56 and related AMR / industrial vehicle safety frameworks
Hands-on familiarity with low-level sensors and feedback systems, including: Encoders (incremental, absolute), Angle and position sensors, Temperature sensors, & Current and voltage sensing
Working knowledge of motor systems and actuation, including: Motor commutation concepts (e.g., BLDC, PMSM), Feedback and control considerations, Fault detection and protection
Experience defining interfaces between sensors, embedded controllers, power electronics, and higher-level compute
Strong technical communication skills with the ability to clearly document and review complex system behavior
Comfortable working on-site 5 days per week in Mountain View, CA

Job Responsibility

Translate L0/L1 product requirements and user stories into complete, unambiguous, and testable system and subsystem specifications (L2+)
Define system architectures and interfaces for autonomous vehicle and robotics platforms, including: Sensors (perception and low-level feedback), Compute and embedded controllers, Power distribution and protection, & Actuation and drive systems
Own requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability across mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software domains
Develop system-level verification and validation plans, including test strategies, acceptance criteria, and pass/fail definitions aligned with the systems engineering V-model
Lead technical trade studies, risk assessments, and architectural decisions with a focus on safety, reliability, and manufacturability
Act as the systems engineering point of contact for industrial safety certification, ensuring system requirements and test plans support compliance
Collaborate with product management, safety engineering, hardware, firmware, software, and test teams to ensure aligned execution
Drive cross-functional design reviews, requirements reviews, and system readiness milestones
Support integration, debugging, and validation of vehicle and robotic systems during development and deployment phases
Incorporate industrial safety requirements into system architecture, requirements, and test planning

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees

Fulltime

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