Sr. ML Research Scientist
Serve RoboticsFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
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The salary range is $271,000 - $373,000 USD, reflecting base salary only, with possible additional compensation such as bonuses or equity.
Candidates for certain positions are eligible for Motional’s benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision, and 401k with a company match.
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Requirements include 25+ years of proven experience building ML systems for autonomous vehicles or robotics, deep understanding of large language models (LLM) and transformers, hands-on experience with large scale production ML systems, and expertise in DNN training, inference, and optimization using frameworks like Pytorch and Tensorflow.
A strong candidate has a BS/MS/PhD in a relevant field, excellent leadership with a track record of innovation, and bonus points for prior experience as an ML planning lead, proven publications in ML for planning or vision, or building vision language action models.
Develops fully driverless robotaxis for urban transport
Motional develops fully driverless vehicles, specifically robotaxis, aimed at transforming urban transportation. Their all-electric robotaxis are designed to navigate complex city environments safely and efficiently. Motional partners with ride-hailing and delivery services, providing them with advanced autonomous vehicle technology to enhance their operations and reduce costs. A unique aspect of Motional's service is its Command Center, which allows for real-time tracking of each robotaxi, enabling human agents to monitor performance and ensure passenger safety. Unlike many competitors, Motional focuses on integrating its vehicles into existing mobility networks, making driverless technology accessible and reliable. The company's goal is to make autonomous vehicles a safe and integral part of urban transportation.