Staff System Engineer | Researcher

• Conduct original research on systems software, including OS kernel, file systems, networking to improve system performance and dependability.
• Design and implement or rearchitect system components to fulfill the performance and safety goals.
• Define long-term systems software architecture and roadmap in the smart EV domain.
• Work with engineering teams to put research outcomes into real world deployments.

This role contributes to shaping the future of systems software for intelligent electric vehicles, bringing high-impact innovations onto production systems that advance sustainable transportation technology.

• Master or Ph.D. in computer science/engineering or related fields.
• Research experiences in operating systems, virtualization, system security.
• In depth knowledge of computer architecture. Expertise in at least one of the following architectures: x86, Arm, RISC-V.
• Proficiency in C, assembly, and Rust. Ability to understand, organize, and improve the code of complex system software.
• Ability to diagnose and solve complex system issues.
• Be able to conduct research independently and also be a good collaborator.
• Accurate and concise communication.

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time NIO employee, you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day you join NIO:

• CIGNA EPO, HSA, and Kaiser HMO medical plans with $0 for Employee Only Coverage.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plan. Both provide options with a $0 paycheck contribution covering you and your eligible dependents.
• Company Paid HSA (Health Savings Account) Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible CIGNA medical plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Brokerage Link option
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 13 Paid Holidays a year
• Paid Parental Leave for first 8 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
• Paid Disability Leave for first 6 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
• Voluntary benefits including: Voluntary Life and AD&D options for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependent child(ren), pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Mobile Cell Phone Credit
• Healthjoy mobile benefit app supporting you and your dependents with benefit questions on the go & support with benefit billing questions
• Free lunch and snacks
• Onsite gym
• Employee discounts and perks program

NIO is a pioneer and leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market, founded in 2014 with a mission to shape a joyful lifestyle by building a community starting with smart electric vehicles. NIO designs, develops, manufactures and sells premium smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in autonomous driving, digital technologies, electric powertrains and batteries.