Jobs at Cruise
Founded in 2013, Cruise has rapidly become a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, operating a fleet of self‑driving cars in San Francisco and partnering with General Motors to scale production.
Cruise’s hiring spectrum covers software engineering, machine learning, data science, hardware design, safety engineering, test operations, quality assurance, and product management. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, a collaborative culture that values safety and ethics, and opportunities to work on end‑to‑end solutions that move the industry forward.
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Staff Technical Program Manager, Safety and Enterprise Risk Management
Company: Cruise
Location: Remote
Posted Sep 27, 2023
We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, caste, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Instead, Cruise will use this information not only to comply with any government reporting obligations but also to track our progress toward meeting our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging objectives.Candidates applying for roles that operate and remotely operate the AV: Licensed to drive a motor vehicle in the U.S. for the three years immediately preceding your application, currently holding an active in-state regular driver’s license or equivalent, and no more than one point on driving record. Furthermore, Cruise does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners. Our deep resources greatly accelerate our operating speed.We’re IndependentWe have our own governance, board of directors, equity, and investors. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. To help us track the effectiveness and inclusivity of our recruiting efforts, please consider answering the following demographic questions. Our independence allows us to not just work on the edge of technology, but also define it.We’re VestedYou won’t just own your work here, you’ll have the potential to own equity in Cruise, too. A successful completion of a background check, drug screen and DMV Motor Vehicle Record check is also required.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Cruise does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. We offer a new kind of equity program called Recurring Liquidity Opportunity (RLO), which combines IPO-like liquidity with the stability of remaining private - learn more about RLO hereWe’re Safety ConsciousWe integrate staysafe, our top priority at Cruise, into our everyday work. - learn more about CruiseFlex hereWe’re IntegratedThrough our partnerships with General Motors and Honda, we are the only self-driving company with fully integrated manufacturing at scale.We’re FundedGM, Honda, Microsoft, T. Rowe Price, and Walmart have invested billions in Cruise.
Senior Staff Architecture Engineer
Company: Cruise
Location: South Bay
Posted Oct 19, 2023
Cruise, a self-driving service, is seeking a Senior Staff Silicon Architect to provide technical leadership in all phases of silicon ASIC development. The role involves power analysis, modeling, and convergence, driving design and integration of Network on Chip (NOC), and expertise in ARM CPU Subsystems. Cruise offers a competitive salary, benefits, and an inclusive work environment. The company is committed to advancing self-driving car technology and has the support of major investors like GM, Honda, Microsoft, T. Rowe Price, and Walmart.
Senior Software Engineer II, Dispatch
Company: Cruise
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 18, 2023
Cruise, a self-driving service, is seeking senior software engineers to lead the development of scalable dispatching services for their commercial ride-hailing and delivery businesses. The company is at a pivotal point, close to launching a public product, and needs to build robust, world-class dispatching services. The role involves working on two sides of dispatch, matching users with vehicles and optimizing vehicle utilization. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of production-level experience building backend services, proficiency in Node.js or similar languages, and experience with relational databases and caching services. Cruise offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking self-driving technology.
Staff Software Engineer, ROS
Company: Cruise
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Aug 19, 2023
We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, caste, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Instead, Cruise will use this information not only to comply with any government reporting obligations but also to track our progress toward meeting our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging objectives.Candidates applying for roles that operate and remotely operate the AV: Licensed to drive a motor vehicle in the U.S. for the three years immediately preceding your application, currently holding an active in-state regular driver’s license or equivalent, and no more than one point on driving record. Furthermore, Cruise does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Our deep resources greatly accelerate our operating speed.We’re IndependentWe have our own governance, board of directors, equity, and investors. To help us track the effectiveness and inclusivity of our recruiting efforts, please consider answering the following demographic questions. Our independence allows us to not just work on the edge of technology, but also define it.We’re VestedYou won’t just own your work here, you’ll have the potential to own equity in Cruise, too. You may also be offered a bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. - learn more about CruiseFlex hereWe’re IntegratedThrough our partnerships with General Motors and Honda, we are the only self-driving company with fully integrated manufacturing at scale.We’re FundedGM, Honda, Microsoft, T. Rowe Price, and Walmart have invested billions in Cruise. We offer a new kind of equity program called Recurring Liquidity Opportunity (RLO), which combines IPO-like liquidity with the stability of remaining private - learn more about RLO hereWe’re Safety ConsciousWe integrate staysafe, our top priority at Cruise, into our everyday work.
Staff Systems Engineer, Enterprise Systems
Company: Cruise
Location: Remote
Posted Sep 06, 2023
Cruise, a self-driving service, is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to develop and implement validation technologies and strategies. The role involves building safety assessments, validation strategies, and roadmaps for expanding the Cruise operating domain. The candidate must have a degree in Systems Engineering or a related field, 8+ years of postgraduate experience, and strong technical and communication skills. Cruise offers competitive benefits, including a 401(k) matching program, health benefits, and flexible vacation. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is funded by major investors. Cruise is independent, safety-conscious, and offers equity opportunities.
Senior Security Software Engineer II, Risk & Assurance
Company: Cruise
Location: Remote
Posted Sep 06, 2023
Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by building advanced vehicles. They are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. The company is seeking a Senior Security Software Engineer to automate controls and processes, build a Trust Scorecard, and improve security adoption across the organization. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication skills, 4+ years of experience in modern programming languages, and a passion for automating manual processes. Cruise offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Senior Software Engineer II, AV Middleware
Company: Cruise
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 19, 2023
Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating advanced autonomous vehicles. The company values diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, and offers competitive benefits. Cruise is seeking a C++ developer with experience in IPC Middleware frameworks to work on AV Middleware, collaborating with various teams and mentoring others. The role involves writing high-quality code, building tools, innovating IPC architectures, and integrating new platform revisions.