Motional

Senior Software Engineer, Next Gen Compute

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Autonomous Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, AI & Machine Learning, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Mission Summary

Motional’s CORE team is responsible for our vehicle’s Compute and Onboard Runtime Environment. We are creating a world leading AI compute platform for autonomous vehicles. This is the system that executes the software and neural networks that make our vehicles autonomous.

The Next-Gen Technologies team is part of CORE. We work at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, sensors, and hardware compute platforms to evolve Motional’s on-board vehicle architecture. If you are a software engineer and love the idea of working on embedded AI hardware and software systems to create the next generation of autonomous vehicles, we would love to talk with you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a senior engineer in the Next-Gen Technologies team, you will help us improve the compute performance of our current generation and next-generation autonomous driving systems through participating in full lifecycle development from idea to proofs-of-concept to production.

Specifically, you will:

  • Focus deeply on ML model deployment, integration of multiple ML models, and ML model optimization on embedded compute platforms.
  • Dive deep into the full ML software stack. Analyze ML workload performance on a variety of hardware processors, optimize ML models, improve ML software, and help us continually improve our stack through the application of efficient and effective ML approaches.
  • Design, develop, test, integrate, and optimize software and tools on a variety of ML compute architectures.
  • Collaborate with deep learning experts in perception, prediction, and other autonomous driving application areas to enable algorithms on GPU, NPU, and other ML accelerator architectures.
  • Optimize the utilization of GPU/NPU resources and sharing of GPU/NPU access across multiple programs running on the same system.
  • Lead designs to determine the needs of the system and how to best meet those needs through continually improving our ML software stack.
  • Advise peers and management on technical matters.

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience with machine learning accelerators, including GPUs, NPUs, TPUs, and their programming environments, including CUDA, TensorRT, or similar technologies.
  • Strong experience with modern C++ development in a Linux environment.
  • Experience with parallel and high-performance computing.
  • Comfortable with experimentation and evaluating different options as we work towards finding solutions that work.
  • A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or similar technical field of study, or you have equivalent knowledge gained through your practical experience.

Preferred, but not required

  • Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX, and/or other ML frameworks.
  • Experience with embedded systems development for ARM-based system-on-chip architectures.
  • Experience working in a MLOps or DevOps environment.
  • Passion for self-driving technology and its potential for positive impact on the world.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors including but not limited to specific skills, experience and expertise, role location, certifications, licenses, and business needs. The estimated compensation range listed in this job posting reflects base salary only. This role may include additional forms of compensation such as a bonus or company equity. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Candidates for certain positions are eligible to participate in Motional’s benefits program. Motional’s benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, pet insurance, and more.

Salary Range: $159,000 - $207,000 USD

Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality.

Skills

Software Engineering
Machine Learning
Embedded Systems
AI Compute
ML Model Deployment
ML Model Optimization
ML Software Stack
GPU Optimization
NPU Optimization
Software Development
Software Testing
Software Integration
Software Optimization
Algorithm Enablement
System Design

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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