Core Autonomy Software (C++) Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026.
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.
What we are looking for
We're searching for Summer 2027 Core Autonomy Software Interns. You'll work on the low-level software that runs the Aurora Driver reliably in real time, onboard compute and robotics middleware, system software architecture, autonomy integration, and real-time routing/graph systems.
In this role you will
Write and integrate C++ software that runs onboard the Aurora Driver under real-time constraints
Work on system software architecture, middleware, or autonomy integration depending on team placement
Reason about latency, memory, and reliability tradeoffs rather than just passing unit tests
Use performance analysis and instrumentation tools to diagnose real system behavior
Partner with full-time engineers on production-quality code, not prototype-only work
Required qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field
Strong C++ and general systems-programming skills
Some real-time and/or embedded systems exposure
Working knowledge of graph algorithms and core data structures
Ability to reason about latency, memory, and reliability constraints
Experience targeting a Linux-like development environment
Desirable qualifications
Experience with Linux kernel internals and/or kernel driver development
Experience with performance analysis tools (e.g. eBPF-based tooling)
Compensation
The hourly pay rate for this internship in Mountain View is:
$52.00 per hour for interns pursuing a bachelor’s degree; and
$58.00 per hour for interns pursuing a master’s degree
The hourly pay rate for this internship in Pittsburgh is:
$47.00 per hour for interns pursuing a bachelor’s degree; and
$52.00 per hour for interns pursuing a master’s degree
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, Aurorans are expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week, with some roles requiring more frequent in-office presence, up to 5 days per week, based on operational needs.
OurCareers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.
Our commitment to safety
At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.
Our commitment to inclusion
Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
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