
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 Senior Software Engineer for their Next Gen Compute team to enhance the compute performance of autonomous driving systems. You'll work with machine learning, embedded systems, and optimization techniques. This role requires expertise in software engineering and a passion for AI technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in developing and optimizing embedded systems. Your background includes working with machine learning models and deploying them on various hardware platforms, showcasing your ability to integrate complex systems effectively. You are proficient in programming languages such as Python and C++, and you have a solid understanding of the full machine learning software stack. Your experience with embedded Linux environments allows you to navigate the intricacies of hardware-software interactions seamlessly.
You are passionate about autonomous vehicle technology and have a keen interest in AI compute platforms. Your analytical skills enable you to assess ML workload performance and optimize models for efficiency. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve system performance. You are also familiar with the latest trends in machine learning and are eager to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges.
Desirable
Experience with TensorFlow or similar frameworks is a plus, as it will enhance your ability to work on ML model optimization. Familiarity with various hardware processors and their performance characteristics will further strengthen your contributions to the team. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies, which will help you adapt to the evolving landscape of autonomous systems.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Next Gen Technologies team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the compute performance of our autonomous driving systems. You will participate in the full lifecycle of development, from ideation to proof-of-concept and production. Your primary focus will be on ML model deployment and optimization on embedded compute platforms, ensuring that our systems operate at peak efficiency.
You will dive deep into the ML software stack, analyzing performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement. Your work will involve integrating multiple ML models and optimizing them for various hardware configurations. You will collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible in autonomous vehicle technology.
Your contributions will directly impact the performance and reliability of our autonomous systems, making them safer and more efficient. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
What we offer
At Motional, we provide a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives. You will be part of a team that is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology, working on projects that have the potential to change the future of transportation. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our headquarters in Boston provides a vibrant setting with access to various amenities and a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in shaping the future of mobility and making a meaningful impact in the world of autonomous vehicles.
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