Motional

Senior Software Engineer - Task Runtime

United States

$153,000 – $207,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Autonomous Vehicles, Driverless Technology, RoboticsIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Salary: $153,000 - $207,000 USD (Estimate - Base Salary Only)

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. We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. The Task Runtime team is building Motional’s runtime framework middleware. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer that will participate in the technical vision, design, and implementation for our runtime framework, enabling teams across Motional’s Autonomous Vehicle system to rapidly iterate and deterministically simulate code. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work with the team to design and implement features to improve system optimization and simulation capabilities.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional experience in multi-threaded C++ and Python software development
  • Experience developing performant and well-tested code.
  • Experience working on asynchronous, functional systems
  • Passionate about building robust distributed software.
  • Commitment to holding yourself and your teammates to a high standard of development.

Responsibilities

  • Optimize execution and provide novel simulation features.
  • Design, implement, test, and integrate simulation infrastructure.
  • Contribute to designs and work collaboratively with specialized Motional teams to determine the needs of the system and how to best meet those needs within a distributed system.
  • Work across the organization to set priorities and accomplish Motional’s goal of offering a world-class robotaxi, which is safe and built for everyone.

Why You Should Join Us

  • Opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge framework that is the backbone of the Motional AV system.
  • Work with a top-notch team of distributed engineers well-versed in collaborating remotely.

Company Information

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. We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 401k with a company match
  • Health saving accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • And more (details available during the hiring process)

Skills

C++
Python
multi-threaded programming
asynchronous systems
distributed software
performance optimization
simulation infrastructure
system design
testing

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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