Motional

Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer

United States

$144,000 – $207,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Robotics, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Not specified
  • Employment Type: Not specified
  • Salary: $144,000 - $207,000 USD
  • Mission Summary: Motional is seeking engineers to ensure the robust and safe operation of autonomous vehicles by leveraging analytics to identify potential issues, proactively solving complex problems, and contributing to the development of highly reliable software components and infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Perform analysis to determine areas of the platform and autonomy systems that should be improved to meet reliability and latency targets.
  • Develop analytics dashboards that provide insight to leaders and engineering teams on current system performance and potential areas of improvement.
  • Lead analysis of cross-team system issues and recommend changes.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to drive improvements in components.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience:
    • Developing analytics using business intelligence dashboards (e.g., Looker).
    • Root cause analysis of robotics systems.
    • Writing database queries using SQL.
    • Writing software in Python and/or C++.
    • Working with Linux operating systems, including troubleshooting, system performance monitoring, and kernel/journal log debugging.
    • Experience with common network protocols (Ethernet, CAN, etc.) and a strong understanding of high-level computer I/O architecture.
  • Bonus Points (Not Required):
    • Experience with open-source robotics middleware (ROS, DDS).
    • Experience with robotics sensors (e.g., cameras, lidars) and sensor drivers.
    • Experience profiling CPU, GPU, Disk, and Network usage.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $144,000 - $207,000 USD (Base salary only - may include bonus or company equity)
  • Benefits: Motional’s benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, and pet insurance. (Details available during the hiring process)

Company Information

  • About Motional: Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We’re driven by something more. Our journey is always people first.

Application Instructions

  • Not specified - details on how to apply are missing

Skills

Looker
SQL
Python
C++
Linux
Ethernet
CAN
ROS
DDS
Cameras
Lidars
Profiling

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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