[adrianmacneil]

Hi HN, engineer at Cruise here. I just wanted to point out that most people are surprised when I tell them we're hiring a ton of backend/full stack/android engineering positions (mostly go/node/react), and you don't need prior robotics or machine learning experience to apply (although we like those too).

So, if you're interested in working on AVs or the systems that support them, please take a look at our careers page: https://getcruise.com/careers (or feel free to reach out to me via HN profile).

[denvercoder904]

Hi,

I applied on the website. I have a solid background in embedded systems and C++ but I immediately received a rejection email. I wish I could have chatted with an engineer first :-(

[hobls]

Sounds like there was some disqualifying factor you're not aware of. (Citizenship, willingness to relocate, whatever.) No one sends out immediate rejection emails to experienced engineers unless they really have to.

[denvercoder904]

I was open to all those things.

[hobls]

Just giving examples; I have no idea what the actual reason was. My overall point is that you shouldn't take it as an indication for your engineering ability; an instant rejection means that wasn't the thing.

[mikestew]

Hopefully that scrolling on mobile will get fixed soon, as I can't scroll the job descriptions. It scrolls the header bar instead. IOS 10, Safari, iPhone 6S, content blockers unloaded.

Pity, too, as I would think there'd be some interest in a previously ASE-certified mechanic with a lot of software experience.

[Meegul]

Do you know if Cruise will be looking for interns next Summer? It's a hugely interesting field to me and I'd love to get my feet wet prior to graduating.

[adrianmacneil]

Yes! I think we're kicking off 2018 intern hiring in the next few weeks. Keep an eye on the website :)