Jobs at Cruise

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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 Software Engineer, AI Validation Platform

Company: Cruise

Location: USA

Posted May 28, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating safe, efficient, and inclusive autonomous vehicles. The company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead initiatives in scaling and improving the AI Validation Platform, focusing on GPU efficiency, reliability, and user experience. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in building large-scale distributed systems and expertise in Go or similar programming languages. Cruise offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Senior Software Engineer II, CI Infrastructure (Content Addressable Storage)

Company: Cruise

Location: Remote

Posted Jun 28, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating advanced, safe, and efficient autonomous vehicles. The company values diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, and is committed to making a positive impact on the world. Cruise is seeking a skilled engineer with experience in distributed file systems and filesystems to improve their Content Addressable Storage and FUSE Filesystem. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in designing, building, and operating production systems at scale, proficiency in programming languages, and a passion for self-driving technology.

Staff Site Reliability Engineer, Infrastructure, Observability

Company: Cruise

Location: Remote

Posted Jun 15, 2024

Cruise, a self-driving service, is seeking a Staff Site Reliability Engineer to build and improve observability systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in distributed systems reliability, container orchestration systems, and high-level programming languages. The role involves contributing code, performing code reviews, and creating technical designs. Cruise offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) matching program. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is funded by major industry players.

Senior Software Engineer II, ML Data Platform

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jul 10, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service that aims to safely connect people to places and experiences. They are looking for an engineer to build and support a petabytes-scale data platform in the cloud, using Beam and Spark. The ideal candidate has experience building data processing systems, optimizing pipelines for cost efficiency and performance, and building scalable infrastructure on the cloud.

Senior Software Engineer II, CRAFT - Test Platform

Company: Cruise

Location: South Bay

Posted Jun 28, 2024

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. They seek a full-stack developer with extensive backend experience, knowledge of cloud platforms, and a strong product sense. The role involves designing and implementing operational tools for their fleet, collaborating on large programs, and identifying improvements. The salary range is $142,800 - $210,000, with additional benefits.

Senior Product Operations Manager, AV Performance

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jun 28, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating advanced, safe, and efficient autonomous vehicles. The company values diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, and is committed to making a positive impact on the world. Cruise is seeking a Senior Product Operations Manager for the AV Performance team, responsible for strategic execution, technical and operational initiatives, and building operational capabilities. The role requires 3-5 years of experience in consulting, finance, business operations, or tech startups, with a proven track record in developing innovative strategies, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management.

Senior Platform Build Engineer II

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jun 28, 2024

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 developer with experience in large-scale build systems, C++, Python, and developer tooling to design and implement improvements to their AV development toolchains, build system, and services. The role involves collaborating with engineers, driving software engineering best practices, and participating in team planning and code reviews.

Senior Software Engineer II, Simulation

Company: Cruise

Location: Remote

Posted Jun 17, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation. They are developing advanced autonomous vehicles to enhance safety, reshape cities, and improve mobility. Cruise values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive benefits and a flexible work policy. The company is seeking a software engineer for their Simulation team to build automated tools for simulation test creation, maintenance, and execution. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or Robotics, 5+ years of industry experience, strong Python skills, and a passion for building tools that simplify complex workflows.

Senior Site Reliability Engineer II, Infrastructure, Observability

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 19, 2024

Cruise, a self-driving service, is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to build and improve observability systems. The role involves using software and systems engineering skills, partnering with software engineering teams, and building tools for observability signals. The ideal candidate should have experience as an SRE, strong software engineering skills, Linux proficiency, and collaboration skills. Bonus points for cloud platform experience, OpenTelemetry instrumentation, and familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, Istio, and Terraform. The salary range is $142,800 - $210,000. Cruise offers comprehensive benefits and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Staff Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure

Company: Cruise

Location: Remote

Posted Jun 04, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service that aims to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity. They are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, both in their workplace and in their products. The company is looking for talented individuals to join their team and contribute to their mission of making a positive impact in the world.

Senior Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jun 28, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating advanced, safe, and efficient autonomous vehicles. The company values diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, and is committed to fostering a culture that supports the unique contributions of all employees. Cruise is seeking a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in designing, building, and operating production systems at scale in the cloud. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GoLang, Python, gRPC, SSH, Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, Buildkite, and GCP. The role involves proposing, designing, and implementing reliable, scalable, and maintainable solutions, driving software engineering best practices, and contributing to the engineering culture. Cruise offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work policy.

Staff Software Engineer, Build Platform (C++ Ecosystem)

Company: Cruise

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 25, 2024

Cruise is a self-driving service aiming to revolutionize urban transportation by creating advanced autonomous vehicles. The company values diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, and is committed to making a positive impact on the world. Cruise is seeking an experienced engineer with a strong background in large-scale build systems, developer tooling, and C++ to design and implement improvements to their Python development ecosystem. The role involves leading technical projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving software engineering best practices. The salary range for this position is $166,600 - $245,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like to work at Cruise?
Cruise fosters a mission‑driven environment where every engineer contributes to the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles. Onboarding includes a deep dive into safety protocols, and teams operate cross‑functionally, allowing rapid iteration. The company offers flexible work arrangements, continuous learning resources, and a culture that rewards innovative problem‑solving.
What types of positions are available at Cruise?
Cruise hires for roles such as Software Engineer (Full‑Stack, Embedded, AI/ML), Hardware Engineer, Safety Engineer, Test Engineer, Data Scientist, Product Manager, Security Engineer, and Operations Coordinator. Remote positions exist for software and data roles, while on‑site roles are concentrated in its California headquarters and test facilities.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Cruise?
Highlight concrete achievements in autonomous systems or safety‑critical software. Demonstrate familiarity with tools like ROS, TensorFlow, and C++. Provide code samples or open‑source contributions related to self‑driving or sensor fusion. Prepare for scenario‑based interview questions that test your reasoning about edge cases and ethical considerations in autonomous driving.

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