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Nuro, Inc.

Senior/Staff Controls Engineer

Nuro, Inc., Mountain View, California, us, 94039

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Overview 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.

Controllers are critical for our autonomy system. We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer. In this impactful role, you will collaborate with best-in-class engineers to tackle challenging problems and help advance the future of robotics to improve everyday lives.

Responsibilities

Develop robust, reliable and optimized production-level control software following safety standards (ISO 26262)

Collaborate closely with OEM engineers and Nuro colleagues to define vehicle and controls SW requirements for integrating Nuro Driver into new vehicle platforms

Adapt Controls software stack for meeting new vehicle platform needs

Conduct hands-on vehicle bring up, controls tuning, testing, and debugging for achieving vehicle performance, quality and drivability targets

Requirements

Deep knowledge in vehicle dynamics, controls theories, control strategy development and testing

Significant hands-on controls development for L2+ or higher level Automated Driving systems

Passionate about solving real-world challenging autonomous driving problems

Fast to learn new areas and adapt quickly to new problems

Self-starter and good team player with strong drive and accountability

Must Haves

MS in mechanical, mechatronics, electrical, aerospace, robotics, or closely related fields with focus on Controls

3+ years of experience in development of L2 or higher level automated driving controls software and integration with vehicle platform(s)

Implementation of classical and modern controls methods and/or ML for Controls

Strong embedded C (preferred) or C++ programming skills

Proven ability to collaborate within and across teams

Effective oral and written communication skills

Nice to Haves

L4 automated driving system development and deployment experience

5+ years of experience in development of L2+ or higher level automated driving controls software and integration with vehicle platform(s)

Powertrain and/or chassis controls experience

Functional safety experience

ASPICE experience

Compensation and Benefits At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $183,825 and $333,925/year 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. #li-dnp

Hybrid/Work Location This position is hybrid and requires 3 days a week in office, including Thursdays in our Mountain View, CA headquarters and the remaining 2 days in either Mountain View or our San Francisco, CA office. Are you able to meet this requirement?

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