Nuro
Embedded Software Engineer
3 months ago
About the Job
Who We Are
Nuro is a self-driving technology company on a mission to make autonomy accessible to all. Founded in 2016, Nuro is building the world’s most scalable driver, combining cutting-edge AI with automotive-grade hardware. Nuro licenses its core technology, the Nuro Driver™, to support a wide range of applications, from robotaxis and commercial fleets to personally owned vehicles. With technology proven over years of self-driving deployments, Nuro gives the automakers and mobility platforms a clear path to AVs at commercial scale—empowering a safer, richer, and more connected future.
About the Work
Develop Embedded Software for L2+ to L4 autonomous vehicle applications with focus on base software, middle layer and some application algorithm development such as actuator interface and body controls
Collaborate closely with hardware, software and system engineers during the definition, design, and verification phases of product development to ensure safe and reliable operation of the Nuro Driver™
Participate in hands-on vehicle bringup, prototyping, development, testing, and debugging on multiple vehicle platforms
Work closely with other Nuro autonomy software teams and vehicle OEMs/suppliers to integrate the Nuro Driver™ into vehicle platforms.
About You
Strong C programming skills
Good computer science fundamentals, e.g. data structures, concurrency and algorithm design
Good understanding of operating system internals, e.g. kernel or driver knowledge
Good problem solving and debugging skills
Good communication and collaboration skills
B.S., M.S. or Ph.D in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
3+ years of experience with real-time OS and real-time applications
Proficient with CAN, SPI and/or Networking protocols
Bonus Points
3+ years of embedded system development in autonomous vehicle or automotive industry with production launch experience
Hands-on Functional Safety Experience (ISO26262)
Knowledge of vehicle functions, vehicle dynamics and/or controls theories
At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $$138,225 and $207,575 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.
At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
About the Company

Nuro
We believe that great technology should benefit everyone. The team at Nuro is accelerating a future where robots make life easier and help us connect to the people and things we love. Together, we're pushing the boundaries of robotics to improve human life.
Dave Ferguson and Jiajun Zhu have devoted their careers to robotics and machine learning, most recently as Principal Engineers at Google's self-driving car project (now Waymo). They founded Nuro in 2016 to harness the power of robotics and artificial intelligence to solve new challenges at a global scale.
Our vehicle is a fully autonomous, on-road vehicle designed to transport goods quickly, safely, and affordably.
With no driver or passengers to worry about, our vehicle has been engineered from the ground up to keep what's outside even safer than what's inside.
Efficient, electric, and fully autonomous, it delivers life's needs at a price anyone can afford.
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