Staff Software Engineer, Logging (C++)
Aurora Innovation
| Company | Aurora Innovation |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Mountain View |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 26 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Who we are
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 searching for a Staff Software Engineer to join Aurora’s Logging & Offload team. This team is responsible for Aurora’s self-driving vehicle software stack, focusing on resource-optimized data collection and streamlined wireless data offloading at scale across diverse environments.
In this role, you will
Design and implement high-throughput, low-latency logging frameworks capable of handling massively parallel data streams
Define smart, dynamic data collection policies (e.g., triggering high-fidelity snapshots during performance events while intelligently downsampling routine driving data)
Evaluate, select, and tune file systems to maximize write speeds and guarantee data integrity
Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to select storage media (NVMe, SSDs) and optimize kernel-level I/O performance.
Work with autonomy engineers to meet performance and efficiency requirements for data collection and offload
Provide engineering support for field testing and fleet operations
Mentor senior engineers, set coding standards, and drive the long-term roadmap for on-vehicle data lifecycle management.
Required Qualifications
BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience
Expert-level C++ programming skills and the ability to design high-performance, thread-safe, and memory-efficient systems in a Linux environment
Proven experience working with storage technologies, block devices, and making informed file system choices based on write endurance, throughput, and crash-consistency constraints
Ability to work across multiple programming languages and paradigms
A passion for writing robust, intuitive, and pragmatic production code.
Ability to navigate and work effectively in large codebases
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with colleagues across time zones.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with performance evaluation and optimization.
Strong programming skills in GoLang
Experience with safety critical systems
The base salary range for this position is $189,000-$303,000 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 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.
#LI-td-1 #Mid-Senior Working at Aurora At 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.
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