About Motional
Driving the future of autonomous mobility safely
Key Highlights
- Partnership with Lyft for autonomous ride-hailing services
- Extensive testing in Las Vegas and Boston
- Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts
- Over 1,000 employees dedicated to autonomous technology
Motional, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, specializing in driverless cars and mobility solutions. The company has partnered with major players like Lyft and has conducted extensive testing in cities such as Las Vegas and Boston. With over 1,000 e...
🎁 Benefits
Motional offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-l...
🌟 Culture
Motional fosters a culture of innovation and safety, emphasizing collaboration among engineers and researchers to push the boundaries of autonomous te...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Motional is seeking a Principal Engineer, Team Lead for their Planning team to design and implement motion planning software for autonomous vehicles. You'll lead a talented group of engineers and work with technologies like Java and Python. This role requires expertise in robotics and machine learning.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in robotics and software development, with at least 5 years of experience in leading teams and delivering production-ready solutions. Your expertise in motion planning algorithms and control systems is complemented by your ability to mentor and guide engineers in a collaborative environment. You thrive on solving complex real-world problems and are eager to make a significant impact in the field of autonomous driving.
You possess deep technical knowledge in programming languages such as Java and Python, and you are familiar with machine learning principles that apply to motion planning. Your leadership style encourages innovation and fosters a culture of safety and efficiency within your team. You are comfortable making critical architectural decisions and managing technical debt while ensuring the delivery of robust and scalable solutions.
Desirable
Experience with cross-functional collaboration in areas such as Localization, Perception, and Controls will be advantageous. Familiarity with metrics-driven development approaches and a passion for advancing autonomous vehicle technology will set you apart.
What you'll do
As the Principal Engineer and Technical Lead Manager, you will direct a team focused on the design and implementation of motion planning software for autonomous vehicles. You will lead the development of cutting-edge algorithms that ensure the safe and effective operation of the fleet in complex environments. Your role will involve collaborating with other leaders to provide technical direction and make strategic decisions regarding resource allocation and operational execution.
You will be responsible for mentoring engineers, guiding them through the development process, and ensuring that safety is prioritized throughout all phases of design, prototyping, testing, and deployment. You will adopt a metrics-driven approach to enhance technical components and drive continuous improvement within the team.
Your leadership will be crucial in advancing the capabilities of motion planning systems, and you will work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate various components of the autonomous vehicle technology stack. You will also be involved in defining the architectural strategies that will shape the future of motion planning at Motional.
What we offer
Motional provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of autonomous driving. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and collaborate with experts in various fields. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and making a difference in the world of autonomous vehicles.
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