Staff Software Engineer - Autonomy Frameworks

Who We Are Nuro is a pioneering self-driving technology company dedicated to making autonomy accessible to everyone. Established in 2016, Nuro is developing the world's most scalable autonomous driver, integrating advanced AI with automotive-grade hardware. We license our core technology, the Nuro Driver™, to enable a broad spectrum of applications, from robotaxis and commercial fleets to personally owned vehicles. With a track record of successful self-driving deployments, Nuro provides automakers and mobility platforms with a clear pathway to commercial-scale autonomous vehicles, fostering a safer, more connected future.About the TeamThe Systems Engineering team is tasked with defining requirements, architecture, and validating autonomous driving capabilities across various engineering disciplines. This encompasses the design of performance metrics, evaluation methodologies, and success criteria, which the team propagates cross-functionally through requirement definition and system validation. Our team operates at the nexus of hardware, software, and robotic operations, possessing a profound understanding of technologies across all three domains. We are a compact, high-impact team responsible for establishing the benchmarks necessary for successful autonomy deployment.About the RoleThe Senior Systems Test Engineer (STE) for Autonomy Behavior is pivotal in revolutionizing Nuro's Verification & Validation (V&V) ecosystem. You will spearhead the technical implementation, standardization, and automation of V&V processes. This role involves creating a cohesive, automated architecture for validation, designing and overseeing streamlined triage workflows, and perpetually enhancing the testing pipelines to enable informed, data-driven development in autonomy. Your contributions are critical in substantiating the system's safety by producing test results that bolster the Autonomy Safety Case.About the WorkThe STE role requires hands-on technical engagement to design, align, structure, and continually enhance automated test pipelines and workflows:Design and implement automated test pipelines and tools, ensuring seamless adoption and minimal friction for Systems Engineers.Drive standardization across all testing modalities by crafting, executing, and managing unified triage workflows across all workstreams.Establish an ongoing feedback loop to refine V&V processes, particularly by leading root cause analyses and identifying testing gaps with Systems Engineers.Transform identified system and pipeline gaps into actionable technical requests for partner teams (e.g., Data Platform, Simulation, Infrastructure).

Who We AreNuro is pioneering self-driving technology with the goal of making autonomy available to everyone. Established in 2016, Nuro is developing the world's most scalable autonomous driver, integrating advanced AI with automotive-grade hardware. Our core technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed for a variety of uses, ranging from robotaxis and commercial fleets to personal vehicles. With years of successful self-driving operations behind us, Nuro is paving the way for automakers and mobility platforms to implement autonomous vehicles at commercial scale, fostering a safer, more connected future.About the RoleAs a Senior/Staff Systems Engineer focusing on Autonomy Verification, your key responsibility will be to ensure the Nuro Driver's safety for deployment within our defined Operational Design Domain (ODD) and adherence to traffic regulations. This role requires a background in autonomous systems development or validation and a collaborative spirit to work effectively with diverse teams including Autonomy Software, Simulation, Product, and Operations. You will hold comprehensive ownership from defining requirements to designing metrics and developing test strategies.About the WorkEstablish requirements for the autonomous system to guarantee safe operation within its ODD and compliance with traffic laws.Develop metrics and acceptance criteria to confirm that the autonomous system meets these requirements, leveraging established safety standards and methodologies.Utilize a variety of testing strategies - synthetic and log simulations, on-road logs, closed-course tests, and third-party accident reconstructions - to validate requirements.Work closely with teams in Behavior, Perception, Data Science, Product, Legal, and Public Trust to formulate acceptance criteria for metrics and tests.Collaborate with simulation infrastructure and test integration teams to establish automated verification workflows.Assess the coverage of tests for our ODD, ensuring realism and relevance in simulations for deployment. Connect test outcomes as evidence supporting the Autonomy Safety Case.

About UsAurora Innovation is dedicated to advancing self-driving technology with a commitment to safety, speed, and accessibility for all.Discover the Aurora Driver and be part of a revolutionary shift in mobility and logistics that promises a safer and more efficient future.At Aurora, you'll engage with intricate challenges alongside a team of passionate and skilled professionals, enhancing your expertise while diving deeper into your field. For the latest insights from Aurora, explore our website at aurora.tech or connect with us on LinkedIn.We are on the lookout for a skilled Systems and Safety Engineer to play a pivotal role in verifying the autonomous vehicle (AV) sensing capabilities. In this position, you will define and validate the Aurora Driver's sensing capabilities, aiming for superhuman performance and safety standards. Collaborate with our elite engineering teams to achieve ambitious product objectives while upholding rigorous safety standards as we expand across various platforms, environments, and complex technical challenges at scale.

Join Waymo, a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Behavior Test Engineering. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement robust test frameworks that ensure the safety and reliability of our self-driving technology.Your expertise will contribute to creating innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible in autonomous driving. You will be responsible for enhancing the testing processes and ensuring our software meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has tirelessly worked to develop the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—with a goal to enhance mobility access while preventing countless traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver facilitates our fully autonomous ride-hail service and can be adapted for various vehicle platforms and applications. With over ten million rider-only trips accomplished, our technology has autonomously navigated more than 100 million miles on public roads and an impressive amount in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.Our Systems Engineering team is dedicated to innovatively integrating software and hardware systems. We establish rigorous performance standards that guarantee the seamless operation of our vehicles and ensure passenger safety. We are seeking passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering impactful results.This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to a Systems Engineer Lead.

Join Waymo, a pioneer in autonomous vehicle technology, as a Systems Test Engineer specializing in Commercialization Test Automation. In this role, you will be at the forefront of testing and enhancing our advanced systems, ensuring they meet high standards of performance and reliability.Your contributions will directly impact the future of transportation by supporting the development of self-driving technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and automate test cases, identifying any potential issues and implementing solutions.

Join Waymo as a Systems Test Engineer focusing on Pipeline and Test Health. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and reliability of our testing processes and systems.Your expertise will help us maintain the highest standards in our engineering practices, contributing to the development of self-driving technology. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.

About NuroNuro is at the forefront of self-driving technology, dedicated to making autonomy available to everyone. Established in 2016, we are creating the most scalable autonomous driving solution by merging state-of-the-art AI with robust automotive hardware. Our flagship technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed for various applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and privately owned vehicles. Proven through years of autonomous deployments, Nuro offers automakers and mobility platforms a clear pathway to commercial-scale AVs, fostering a safer, richer, and more interconnected future.Role OverviewAs a Senior Software Engineer on the Autonomy Visualization team, your primary focus will be on crafting top-tier visualization platforms that empower software engineers to introduce new visualization components efficiently. You will have the chance to engage in end-to-end development of visualization features and products, showcasing your technical prowess, product insight, and collaborative communication abilities.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop efficient visualization frameworks using C++/OpenGL and Unity for critical functions including autonomy development, validation, triage tools, and in-car visualization.Collaborate with Autonomy engineers to enhance their development workflows through improved visualization techniques.Work alongside ML Labeling teams to create tailored labeling tools that gather high-quality training data.Partner with product managers and designers to deliver refined visualizations for external applications that accurately represent Nuro.

Who We Are Nuro is a pioneering self-driving technology firm dedicated to making autonomous vehicles accessible to everyone. Established in 2016, we are developing the world’s most scalable autonomous driving system, merging advanced AI with high-quality automotive hardware. Our flagship technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed to enable various applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With years of successful self-driving implementations, Nuro empowers automakers and mobility platforms to transition to autonomous vehicles at a commercial scale—ushering in a safer, more connected future. About the Role We are in search of a talented Autonomy Engineer with a focus on onboard autonomy—the software that operates on our robots and vehicles, making real-time decisions based on onboard sensors and computational resources. You will be responsible for developing and deploying reliable autonomy features that function under stringent latency, computational, and safety requirements in dynamic real-world environments. What You’ll Do Design, integrate, and implement onboard autonomy behaviors such as navigation, obstacle avoidance, lane and route following, docking, and interaction behaviors. Develop and maintain components for real-time decision-making, including behavior planning, state machines/behavior trees, local planning, and control interfaces. Create robust sensor-driven autonomy pipelines on-device (using camera, lidar, radar, IMU, wheel odometry, GNSS), ensuring synchronization, calibration, and fault handling. Optimize autonomy performance concerning latency, CPU/GPU utilization, memory, and power on embedded systems such as NVIDIA Jetson and custom ECUs. Design and implement safety measures and fallback strategies, including health monitoring, degraded operational modes, watchdog systems, safe-stop protocols, and redundancy-aware logic. Oversee the integration of the autonomy stack on robotic platforms, including bring-up, debugging, profiling, logging, and release validation on actual hardware. Enhance onboard observability through structured logs, traces, metrics, event recording, and tools to facilitate incident reviews and quick iterations. Collaborate with teams in perception, mapping/localization, controls, hardware, and systems to establish clear interfaces and deliver comprehensive features. Engage in field testing and conduct root-cause analysis for autonomy issues encountered during real deployments.

Join Waymo as a Senior Systems Test Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test strategies that enhance our systems' performance and safety. Your expertise will contribute to the evolution of self-driving technology, making transportation safer and more efficient.

Join Waymo, a leader in self-driving technology, as a Systems Test Engineer focused on sensing. In this pivotal role, you will engage in the testing and validation of advanced sensing systems that are critical to the safety and efficiency of autonomous vehicles. Your expertise will help shape the future of transportation and contribute to bringing self-driving technology to the public.You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, working closely with software engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers to ensure the highest quality standards in our sensing systems. Your responsibilities will include developing test plans, executing test cases, and analyzing results to ensure our technology meets stringent performance criteria.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to establishing itself as the world's most reliable driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has been committed to developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—aimed at enhancing mobility access and saving lives lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver is the backbone of Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hailing service, with the capability to be integrated across various vehicle platforms and applications. Having completed over ten million rider-only trips, the Waymo Driver has autonomously traveled over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across more than 15 U.S. states.Our Systems Engineering team collaborates to innovate the integration of software and hardware systems in transformative ways. We uphold rigorous performance standards to ensure our vehicles operate seamlessly while prioritizing passenger safety. We are in search of driven and talented individuals who are eager to contribute to our teamwork and results-oriented culture.This position follows a hybrid work schedule, reporting to the Systems Test Engineering Manager for Motion Control.

Waymo, a pioneer in autonomous driving technology, is dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has been at the forefront of advancing mobility solutions. Our flagship product, the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™, enhances access to safe transportation while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. This state-of-the-art driving system powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable across a multitude of vehicle types and applications. Having completed over ten million rider-only trips and accumulated over 100 million miles driven autonomously on public roads, we are committed to redefining the future of transportation.Our Systems Engineering team is at the core of this innovation, merging software and hardware to set unparalleled performance benchmarks. We strive for excellence in vehicle operations, ensuring passenger safety while conducting rigorous testing to validate our systems. We seek enthusiastic team members who possess a collaborative spirit and a passion for impactful results.In this hybrid role, you will collaborate directly with a Senior Staff Test Engineer specializing in Driving Behaviors.

At Logos Space, we are revolutionizing satellite communication with our Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems, meticulously designed to cater to the connectivity requirements of both commercial enterprises and government entities. Our mission is to bridge a significant gap in the market by offering robust, high-performance satellite-based connectivity solutions worldwide. With a focus on speed and reliability, our satellite systems will facilitate seamless cloud and data center network connectivity across fixed, maritime, and aerial terminals.Led by a team of seasoned engineers with extensive expertise in the networking and satellite sectors, Logos Space is poised to redefine connectivity.Position Overview & ResponsibilitiesAs the Director of Integration and Test Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the integration and systems test functions for the entirety of Logos' payload, terminal, and ground systems. This position requires you to define and streamline these functions within the context of Logos, appropriately sizing the team to ensure production readiness for our system design. You will act as the final gatekeeper for designs before they enter production, setting up processes and methodologies to foster continuous improvement through the ongoing integration and testing of new capabilities. You will have direct visibility up to the CEO.We are looking for dynamic leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at transforming abstract ideas into actionable plans for the integration and systems test teams. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges, we want to hear from you!Key Responsibilities Include:Overseeing the overall System Integration and System Testing of the Logos Space systems.Ensuring production quality and readiness from both functional and performance perspectives.Building and scaling the System Integration and Test teams in alignment with our ambitious startup goals.Managing integration and system testing timelines through all design and development phases.Conceptualizing and planning all necessary laboratories to support scaling and testing initiatives.

Who We AreNuro is at the forefront of self-driving technology, dedicated to making autonomy accessible and efficient. Established in 2016, we are pioneering the development of the world’s most scalable driver, seamlessly integrating advanced AI with automotive-grade hardware. Our flagship innovation, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed to facilitate a variety of applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With years of proven success in autonomous deployments, Nuro provides automakers and mobility platforms a clear pathway to commercial-scale AVs, fostering a safer, more connected future.About the RoleAs a pivotal member of the Autonomy Visualization team, your primary focus will be on creating high-performance visualization platforms. These platforms empower software engineers to incorporate new visualization elements effortlessly. You will have the chance to work across the entire lifecycle of visualization features and products, honing your technical expertise, product insight, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop efficient visualization frameworks using C++ / OpenGL and Unity to support critical functions such as autonomy development, validation, triage tools, and in-car visualization.Collaborate closely with Autonomy engineers to enhance their workflows through improved visualization tools.Work with ML Labeling teams to create high-quality training data utilizing customized labeling tools.Engage with product managers and designers to deliver polished visualizations for external applications that reflect Nuro’s brand positively.

Role Overview Waymo is hiring a Systems Test Engineer in Mountain View, CA, to support weather-focused and special engineering projects. This position centers on building and running thorough test plans to verify that autonomous driving systems operate reliably in a range of environmental conditions. What You Will Do Develop and carry out detailed test plans targeting weather scenarios and unique project requirements Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve testing approaches and processes Identify, investigate, and help resolve issues discovered during test cycles Collaboration This role works alongside engineers and specialists from various disciplines, sharing insights and refining test strategies to strengthen system performance.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the most reliable driver in the world. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, our focus has been on developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—aimed at enhancing mobility access and saving thousands of lives lost in traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and can be adapted to various vehicle platforms and use cases. With over ten million rider-only trips delivered, our technology has demonstrated its capabilities through over 100 million miles driven autonomously on public roads and tens of billions of miles simulated across more than 15 U.S. states.Our Systems Engineering team plays a pivotal role in integrating software and hardware systems in innovative ways. We establish high-performance standards that guarantee the smooth operation of our vehicles and the safety of our passengers, followed by designing and executing tests to validate these performance metrics. We are on the lookout for passionate individuals who thrive in teamwork and are committed to achieving results.This position follows a hybrid work model and reports directly to the Manager of Systems Engineering, Driving Behaviors.

About Range EnergyAt Range Energy, we develop innovative powered trailers designed to electrify heavy-duty trucking without necessitating fleet replacements. Our mission is to address real-world challenges through practical hardware solutions. Our team operates with agility, takes ownership of their work, and maintains a high standard for execution. We appreciate individuals who prioritize teamwork, remain composed in high-pressure situations, communicate directly and respectfully, and focus on solutions instead of drama. Integrity is at the core of our operations. We follow through on our commitments, transparently communicate risks and trade-offs, and foster trust through consistent actions. The work environment is hands-on, dynamic, and meaningful, often requiring quick adaptability. Founded in 2021, Range Energy is led by industry veterans from Tesla, Zoox, Honda, and other premier OEMs. With robust backing from notable investors, we are dedicated to creating hardware that fleets will genuinely utilize. If you are passionate about building tangible products, tackling complex problems, and collaborating with driven teammates in a drama-free environment, you’ll thrive here. Role OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Test & Validation Engineer to lead the comprehensive validation of our electric vehicle systems — encompassing battery and powertrain bench testing to full vehicle-level sign-off. This pivotal role balances hands-on testing with strategic planning: you will conduct critical lab tests while also designing the test plans, processes, and frameworks relied upon by the broader team. You will collaborate across various teams including systems, software, hardware, and safety engineering to ensure our products achieve the highest performance, reliability, and functional safety standards.

Join Anduril Industries as a Senior Electrical Engineer in our Manufacturing organization where you'll design and develop sophisticated systems and PCB assembly platforms for product testing. Your expertise in data acquisition and physical layer interfaces using FPGA, MCU, and commercial equipment will ensure our systems meet stringent testing standards, delivering the highest quality products to our customers. Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary design team to manage requirements, create custom circuits, and develop complex assemblies and harnesses. Work alongside firmware engineers to facilitate board support packages for embedded Linux and establish MCU RTOS platforms. In this dynamic role, you’ll leverage your creativity to devise innovative solutions to complex testing challenges, continuously enhancing our automation methods, throughput, user interfaces, and data analytics.

Reliable Robotics focuses on developing automated aviation systems to enhance safety and efficiency in air transportation. The team brings together expertise from aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles to create technology that supports safer and more accessible movement of goods and people. Role overview The System Integration and Test Engineer plays a key role at the intersection of flight software and hardware subsystems. This role involves hands-on integration and testing, working across benches, labs, and real aircraft. Work covers the entire testing lifecycle, from activating and verifying equipment in the lab to installing systems and conducting acceptance tests in aircraft environments. Key responsibilities Integrate flight software with hardware subsystems in benches, labs, and aircraft settings Activate and verify equipment functionality in laboratory environments Install systems and conduct acceptance testing in aircraft Create detailed verification plans and generate reports to support safety-of-flight reviews Support independent government airworthiness processes through documentation and testing Design and maintain software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) CI/CD tests to monitor quality and identify bugs or regressions Location This position is based in Mountain View, CA.