Nuro

Tech Lead Software Engineer, Fleet Connectivity

Nuro$193K — $291K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in C, C++, Go, Python, or similar languages.
  • Exceptional ability to translate ambiguous requirements into cohesive system designs.
  • Deep expertise in debugging and tooling for cellular modems and Linux network stacks.
  • 8+ years of industry experience as a Tech Lead on complex software projects.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.

Responsibilities

  • Establish the technical roadmap for fleet connectivity, focusing on observability and reliability.
  • Drive system design for scalable, fault-tolerant connectivity solutions on next-gen platforms.
  • Lead initiatives to define system requirements and implement connectivity strategies with stakeholders.
  • Develop advanced tools and dashboards to track and optimize connectivity trends from operational data.
  • Serve as the technical authority, offering design guidance and mentoring for engineers.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
  • Opportunity for equity participation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of health and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
About the Role

As the Technical Lead for Fleet Connectivity, you will define and build the highly resilient foundation for two-way communication between Nuro's autonomous fleets and the cloud. You will take ownership of the networking infrastructure, telemetry, and routing that manage critical data flow at scale across our current and next-generation platforms.

Your technical leadership will drive the architecture of fault-tolerant software across both cellular and Wi-Fi networks. A significant part of this role involves evaluating new connectivity hardware modules and working intimately with modems and commercial cellular networks to maximize throughput and stability. By leveraging advanced cellular bonding technologies, you will deliver the robust networking backbone required to support critical capabilities. These include seamless Vehicle APIs, high-bandwidth in-depot connections, continuous telemetry, and low-latency data streaming for remote assistance.

This is a highly cross-functional and high-impact role. Partnering closely with hardware, autonomy, and operations teams, you will spearhead the development of tools to optimize connectivity trends and resolve critical fleet issues. We are looking for a technical authority who can translate ambiguous requirements into cohesive system designs, mentor engineers, and shape the long-term architectural vision of Nuro's safety-critical autonomous vehicles.

About the Work
  • Establish the technical roadmap and architectural vision for the fleet connectivity, ensuring the observability, security, and reliability of cellular network components and network software during robot start-up and autonomous operation.
  • Drive system design for highly scalable, fault-tolerant connectivity solutions, leading software efforts for Nuro's next-gen platforms.
  • Lead high-impact technical initiatives, working closely with upstream and downstream stakeholder teams to define system requirements and implement overarching connectivity strategies.
  • Spearhead the development of advanced analysis tools, dashboards, and automation frameworks to track, measure, and optimize connectivity trends from operational data.
  • Serve as the technical authority for the team, providing high-level design guidance, code reviews, and technical mentorship for both junior and senior engineers.

About You
  • Strong proficiency in C, C++, Go, Python, or similar languages.
  • Exceptional ability to turn ambiguous, high-level requirements into detailed, cohesive system designs and architecture spanning multiple components.
  • Deep technical expertise in debugging and tooling of cellular modems, Linux network stacks, and networking protocols.
  • 8+ years of relevant industry experience with a proven track record of acting as a Tech Lead on complex software projects.
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.


At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $193,930 and $291,150 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.

About Nuro

Nuro is a technology company that develops autonomous delivery vehicles. The company was founded in 2016 by two former Google engineers, Dave Ferguson and Jiajun Zhu. Nuro's vehicles are designed to transport goods, rather than people, and are being used by companies such as Kroger and Domino's Pizza for deliveries. The company has raised over $1 billion in funding and is valued at over $5 billion.
Learn more about Nuro
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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