Motional

Principal Software Team Lead, On-Vehicle Visualization & Tools

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Software Development, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent knowledge and work experience. They should possess 5+ years of professional software development experience and 3+ years of experience leading software development teams. Required technical skills include experience with Linux, scripting languages like Bash/Shell and Python, and proficiency with issue tracking and configuration management tools such as Atlassian Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, and Git. Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, debugging, and analytical skills are essential. Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and a willingness to work flexible hours, including evening/night meetings, are also necessary. A basic understanding of robotics systems is required.

Responsibilities

The Principal Software Team Lead will provide technical leadership and be responsible for the professional growth of team members. They will collaborate with customer teams to develop tool roadmaps and define technical strategy and tooling solutions for autonomy, software test, and system validation. This role involves leading cross-functional initiatives to build comprehensive testing solutions and collaborating with designers, autonomy engineers, and cloud engineers. The lead will also assist developers, test engineers, simulation designers, and vehicle operators in their work.

Skills

Software Development
Technical Leadership
Team Leadership
Linux
Bash
Shell Scripting
Python
Jira
Bitbucket
Git
Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Debugging
Analytical Skills
Visualization Tooling
Log Playback Tooling
Operator Displays

Motional

Develops fully driverless robotaxis for urban transport

About Motional

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.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$5,000MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_NON_VCCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

401K: 401K with up to 7.5% match
time Off: Unlimited sick and vacation days
Transportation: Commuter and fitness benefits
Healthcare: 3 plan options to support diverse needs
IVF: Fertility assistance

Risks

Motional laid off 550 employees, indicating financial and operational challenges.
Aptiv reduced its stake in Motional, impacting operational capabilities.
Delays in autonomous vehicle deployment to 2026 could hinder market entry plans.

Differentiation

Motional offers a state-of-the-art Command Center for real-time robotaxi tracking.
The company focuses on all-electric, driverless robotaxis for urban environments.
Motional partners with ride-hailing services to integrate autonomous vehicles into their operations.

Upsides

Motional raised $475 million from Hyundai, indicating strong financial backing.
Partnerships with Uber and Shake Shack expand Motional's market reach in delivery services.
Increased investment in robotics highlights potential funding opportunities for Motional.

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