Software Engineer I - Data Platform at Aurora in Pittsburgh, PA

Summary: Aurora is dedicated to delivering self-driving technology safely and efficiently. They are seeking a Software Engineer I to join the Data Platform Team, responsible for managing data pipelines and improving data availability and lifecycle management. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the development of internal products and following best practices to simplify data retention - Work on tasks to improve the log data availability, discoverability and end to end lifecycle - Design efficient AV Log storage patterns that balance performance and affordability - Help drive the system efficiency by improving data hygiene across Aurora to deliver cost efficiency - Support software engineers across different teams and proactively working together with stakeholders on tasks to satisfy company OKR Required Qualifications: - BS/MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related field - Minimum 1 year related experience - Required programming skills: GoLang/Python - General knowledge of backend software systems networking, load balancing, API gateways, system security, gRPC services - AWS infrastructure experience, including S3 and DynamoDB in a production commercial system - Knowledge of database design, database management and database scalability Preferred Qualifications: - Proficiencies with coding in C++ - Proficiencies with Linux system - Experience with large scale distributed systems or microservice architectures - Experience with DynamoDB / AWS Glue Catalog / AWS Athena - A passion for writing robust, intuitive, high-performance code, and being pragmatic about it - Ability to navigate and work efficiently in large codebase - Strong software development background demonstrated by industry experience in building platforms that serve AV development and commercialization Required Skills: GoLang, Python, AWS Important Skills: Database design, Backend systems Nice-to-Have Skills: C++, Linux, Distributed systems, Microservices Benefits: Annual bonus, Equity compensation, Benefits