Staff System Engineer | Researcher

About NIO
NIO Inc. is a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO aspires to shape a sustainable and brighter future with the mission of “Blue Sky Coming”.
NIO envisions itself as a user enterprise where innovative technology meets experience excellence. NIO designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation core technologies. NIO distinguishes itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, exceptional products and services, and a community for shared growth.
NIO provides premium smart electric vehicles under the NIO brand, premium smart electric vehicles for families through the ONVO brand, and small smart high-end electric cars with the FIREFLY brand.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. In computer science / engineering, or related fields; or Ph.D. candidate expecting graduation within 6-12 months.
• Publications in top system conferences (SOSP, OSDI, EuroSys, DSN, ASPLOS ...).
• Experiences of building system software (be it a kernel, OS, hypervisor, file system, or network stack) from scratch.
• Hands-on experience in microkernels and multiserver operating systems.
• Familiarity with formal verification methods.

Benefits

• Along with competitive pay, as a full-time NIO employee, you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day you join NIO:
• Anthem Blue Cross, 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 Anthem Blue Cross 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
• Free lunch and snacks
• Onsite gym
• Employee discounts and perks program

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,500.00 - $212,400.00.

• Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
• Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only. It does not include discretionary bonus, equity, or benefits.