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
Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Assistant Risk Manager. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Business Risk & Insurance, the Assistant Risk Manager (Insurance Focus) is responsible for the strategic oversight and tactical execution of Aurora’s corporate insurance programs. This role serves as a critical lead in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational and financial risk exposures to safeguard company assets and ensure long-term stability. The Manager will drive the policy renewal process, manage complex claims portfolios, and leverage advanced quantitative models to optimize risk financing strategies.
In this role, you will
- Insurance Strategy & Program Management: Lead the comprehensive life cycle of corporate insurance placements (e.g., General Liability, Property, Auto, Workers' Compensation, and D&O), including strategy development, broker management, and premium negotiation.
- Quantitative Risk Modeling: Oversee the development and validation of sophisticated risk models—including exposure analysis, catastrophe modeling, and loss data statistics—to drive data-backed decisions on risk retention and transfer.
- Risk Assessment & Identification: Conduct regular enterprise-wide operational audits to identify emerging risks, performing detailed financial projections to recommend optimized risk control solutions.
- Claims Management & Advocacy: Direct the investigation and management of high-exposure insurance claims, acting as the primary advocate for the company in negotiations with brokers and carriers to ensure favorable settlements.
- Corporate Compliance & Governance: Develop, maintain, and audit the corporate Risk Management Manual, ensuring all procedures comply with evolving safety regulations and internal governance standards.
- Strategic Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with executive leadership across Legal, Finance, and Operations to align risk strategies with commercial milestones and promote enterprise-wide loss prevention initiatives.
- AI Integration for Risk: Pioneer the use of AI-driven tools and agentic workflows to accelerate claims processing, automate routine risk reporting, and improve the accuracy of predictive cost modeling.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate risk management, insurance brokerage, or underwriting.
- Advanced mastery of insurance principles, complex policy language, and alternative risk financing structures (e.g., captives or large deductible programs).
- Expert proficiency in Risk Management Information Systems (RMIS) and advanced data visualization tools. Demonstrable ability to create and interpret complex financial models.
- Strong track record of successfully negotiating with major global insurers and communicating high-level risk concepts to executive stakeholders.
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of Python, SQL, or AI-powered analytical platforms.
- Professional designations such as CRM (Certified Risk Manager), ARM (Associate in Risk Management), or CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter).
- Prior experience in the Autonomous Vehicle (AV), technology, or logistics/trucking sectors is highly preferred.
The base salary range for this position is $147,000-$236,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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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, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.
Our Careers 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].
For California applicants, information collected and processed as part of your application and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Aurora’s California Employment Privacy Policy.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, or related quantitative field.
- Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate risk management, insurance brokerage, or underwriting.
- Advanced mastery of insurance principles, complex policy language, and alternative risk financing structures (e.g., captives, large deductible programs).
- Expert proficiency in Risk Management Information Systems (RMIS) and advanced data visualization tools.
- Demonstrable ability to create and interpret complex financial and risk models.
- Proven track record negotiating with major global insurers and communicating high-level risk concepts to executive stakeholders.
- Experience leading corporate placements for General Liability, Property, Auto, Workers' Compensation, and D&O.
- Directing investigation and management of high-exposure insurance claims and advocacy with brokers and carriers.
- Knowledge of Python, SQL, or AI-powered analytical platforms.
- Professional designations such as CRM, ARM, or CPCU.
- Prior experience in the Autonomous Vehicle, technology, or logistics/trucking sectors.
Aurora Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aurora and has not been reviewed or approved by Aurora.
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Healthcare Strength — A broad set of medical plan options with dental and vision, plus company‑paid life and disability, signals strong healthcare support. Mental wellness access, including coaching and therapy sessions, further strengthens the offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible vacation for salaried employees, 12 paid holidays, and reasonable sick time indicate generous time‑off provisions. Some roles also accrue substantial vacation days annually.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and family‑forming reimbursement demonstrate meaningful support for growing families. Coverage for adoption, surrogacy, egg freezing, and genetic testing extends support beyond standard plans.
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What We Do
Founded in 2017 by experts in the self-driving industry, Aurora is on a mission to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. To move both people and goods, the company is building the Aurora Driver, a platform that brings together software, hardware and data services to autonomously operate passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Aurora is backed by Sequoia Capital, Baillie Gifford, funds and accounts advised by T. Rowe Price Associates, among others, and is partnered with industry leaders including Toyota, Uber, Volvo, and PACCAR. Aurora tests its vehicles in the Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. The company has offices in those areas as well as in Bozeman, MT; Seattle, WA; Louisville, CO; and Wixom, MI. To learn more, visit aurora.tech. Aurora is backed by Amazon and Sequoia, among others, and has partnerships with leading transportation companies including PACCAR, Uber, FCA, and Hyundai Group. It tests its vehicles in the Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas and has offices in those cities as well as in Bozeman, Seattle, Denver, and Detroit. Aurora hires people who want to build the future of transportation. Join us!
