Senior Motion Planning Engineer

Senior Motion Planning Engineer (Evergreen)Join our innovative Motion Planning team at Motional, where your enthusiasm for robotics and software development will contribute to the advancement of production-ready autonomous vehicles. In this pivotal role, you will engage in groundbreaking research, devise sophisticated algorithms, and develop resilient software that enables safe, comfortable, and intuitive routing and motion for autonomous systems.Key Responsibilities:Lead the R&D of advanced algorithms for motion planning in autonomous driving, with a focus on cutting-edge search-based and geometry-based techniques, and decision-making under uncertainty emphasizing probabilistic methods.Architect and seamlessly integrate complex motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their assessment and enhancement for real-world applications.Design and implement a scalable, high-performance codebase that promotes rapid exploration, prototyping, and critical evaluation of innovative motion planning methodologies.Facilitate technical collaboration, ensuring smooth interfacing with perception and prediction components upstream and trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components downstream, to guarantee comprehensive system performance.Utilize your extensive software development and research knowledge to educate peers on best practices, nurturing a culture of technical excellence.Mentor junior team members, fostering a product-focused engineering mindset, rigorous research, and advanced development initiatives.Qualifications:A PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred; alternatively, a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience in robotics, ideally within the autonomous vehicle sector.Over 5 years of research experience in robotics and motion planning, with a demonstrated history of contributing to state-of-the-art solutions.At least 3 years of C++ software development experience, emphasizing the creation of high-performance and dependable systems.Proven experience in leading technical development on complex features from problem formulation through research, implementation, and deployment in a production environment.A strong desire for continuous learning, innovation, and a commitment to advancing autonomous driving technology.Desired Skills:Familiarity with probabilistic models, including but not limited to Gaussian mixture models.

Motional is on the lookout for a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing motion planning and control systems that ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable operations for our fleet in intricate environments. Your expertise in cutting-edge research, advanced algorithm development, and robust software engineering will be crucial in crafting safe and intuitive routes for autonomous vehicles. If you are passionate about autonomous driving and eager to tackle real-world challenges while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic field, we would love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities:Lead the R&D of innovative algorithms and subsystems for motion planning in autonomous driving, enhancing our Operational Design Domain through advanced search-based and geometry-based methods, with a focus on probabilistic decision-making.Coordinate cross-functional projects to create or improve existing interfaces aimed at solving complex challenges.Evaluate overall system performance, identifying areas for enhancement and devising technical strategies to rectify deficiencies.Guide multidisciplinary project teams to deliver holistic solutions while considering the broader context of the planning system.Architect and integrate complex motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their evaluation and optimization for real-world applications.Develop a robust, scalable codebase that supports rapid experimentation, prototyping, and rigorous assessment of new motion planning methodologies.Facilitate technical collaboration across perception, prediction, trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components to ensure comprehensive system performance.Utilize your extensive software development and research expertise to mentor colleagues on best practices, fostering a culture of technical excellence.Provide guidance and mentorship to both junior and senior team members, promoting an environment centered on product-focused engineering, thorough research, and advanced development.

Join us at latitude as a Senior Software Engineer - Motion Planning where you will be at the forefront of developing advanced motion planning algorithms. This role is crucial in enhancing our autonomous systems and requires a blend of creativity and technical expertise. You will collaborate with a talented team to innovate and create solutions that shape the future of mobility.

Technical Lead Manager, Motion Planning Join our innovative Planning team at Motional, where you will leverage your expertise in robotics and software engineering to develop production-ready autonomous vehicle technology. As the Technical Lead Manager, you will guide a dedicated team focused on designing and implementing advanced motion planning software for autonomous vehicles. This role demands strong leadership in defining motion planning and control systems that ensure the safe, efficient, and comfortable operation of our fleet in complex environments. You will spearhead the creation of cutting-edge motion planning algorithms, collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Localization, Perception, Prediction, Controls, ML Products, and Systems Engineering), and mentor a talented group of engineers to deliver state-of-the-art solutions. If you are driven by a passion for autonomous driving and enjoy tackling challenging real-world problems, we are eager to connect with you.

Mission Overview: Join us as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will be integral in crafting and deploying automated workflows, advanced tooling, and insightful analytics to enhance our autonomy stack's scalability. You will be essential in transforming vast datasets into actionable engineering insights, ensuring our software releases are robust, validated, and road-ready. Your Responsibilities: Create Intelligent Tooling: Design and implement advanced automation to analyze and clarify complex system behaviors, utilizing sophisticated data modeling to expedite solutions. Lead Analytics Development: Spearhead the creation of impactful performance visualization tools that convert raw metrics into clear, actionable insights regarding on-road performance. Enhance Release Engineering: Use your expertise to refine our release processes, moving towards a highly automated deployment framework that preserves quality while boosting efficiency. Advance Simulation Capabilities: Elevate our virtual testing environments, ensuring our simulation suites deliver high-fidelity feedback for comprehensive release understanding. Collaborate Across Teams: Engage within a large, multi-disciplinary codebase to guarantee seamless integration across planning, motion, and controls teams. Qualifications We're Seeking: Significant experience in developing production-grade applications, tools, and pipelines using Python. Proficient in navigating and contributing to large, complex codebases with an emphasis on modularity and documentation. Demonstrated success in delivering software in a production environment, with knowledge of CI/CD, version control at scale, and stringent release cycles. A keen curiosity for data and the ability to derive meaningful patterns from complex, high-dimensional datasets. A strong passion for a driverless future and an understanding of the critical nature of deploying software that interacts with the physical world. Bonus Skills (not mandatory): Experience with C++ in a Linux environment. Familiarity with Machine Learning frameworks or Large Language Model (LLM) integration. Background in robotics middleware (ROS, DDS) or autonomous systems.

Join our innovative team at Motional as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Autonomous Vehicle Performance Metrics. In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the performance and functionality of our cutting-edge autonomous vehicles. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts to develop algorithms, analyze data, and contribute to the evolution of autonomous driving technologies.

Join Motional as a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality standards for our suppliers. You will be responsible for leading quality assurance initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement across our supply chain. Your expertise will help us deliver exceptional products that enhance the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles.

Mission Overview: The Senior Systems Safety Engineer: Leads the design and deployment of engineering safety protocols for our autonomous vehicle systems. Responsible for conducting hazard evaluations, risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to established industry safety standards including ISO 26262, SOTIF, and ASIL. Works closely with interdisciplinary teams consisting of software, hardware, and AI engineers to embed safety measures within the design and validation phases of our autonomous vehicle technology. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the creation and implementation of system safety processes tailored for autonomous vehicle platforms. Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments (HARA) for various AV components and subsystems. Assist in defining and verifying functional safety requirements in accordance with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448). Collaborate effectively with hardware, software, and AI teams to integrate safety measures into perception, decision-making, and control systems. Support the development of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) for AV systems. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry safety standards, including SAE J3016, NHTSA, and UNECE WP.29. Oversee the execution of safety verification and validation plans, which include simulation, testing, and real-world driving scenarios. Engage with certification bodies and regulators to facilitate safety case documentation and approval processes. Foster a strong safety culture within the organization by providing guidance and training.

Mission Overview: Join Motional as a Principal Engineer Team Lead, where you will spearhead a talented team dedicated to crafting and implementing advanced trajectory planning algorithms through numerical optimization for autonomous vehicles. Your leadership will play a critical role in refining the motion planning and control systems that empower our fleet to navigate intricate environments with safety, efficiency, and comfort. As a pivotal figure in our organization, you will oversee the evolution and continual enhancement of state-of-the-art trajectory generation algorithms, engaging in collaborative efforts with diverse teams including Planning, Perception, Prediction, Localization, Machine Learning Products, and Systems Engineering. Additionally, you will mentor a skilled group of engineers, guiding them to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions. If you are enthusiastic about the future of autonomous driving, eager to contribute to our commercial launch this year, and thrive on tackling complex real-world challenges, we invite you to apply! Your Responsibilities: Lead and expand a high-impact trajectory planning team, establishing its technical vision, execution strategy, and long-term role within the Motion organization. Ensure readiness for commercial launch by enhancing on-road driving behaviors (safety, comfort, and assertiveness) across the fleet through feature expansion, ongoing performance improvement, and cutting-edge innovations. Implement a rigorous, metrics-driven framework to assess and enhance on-road performance, championing the use of existing training and evaluation pipelines for scalable, production-ready solutions. Oversee the computational efficiency and real-time performance of trajectory generation algorithms, ensuring adherence to latency budgets. Lead prompt triage and root-cause analysis of fleet incidents, translating real-world edge cases into immediate algorithmic updates and validation datasets. Manage the successful implementation of complex, multi-team projects, ensuring technical consistency from design through deployment while upholding high standards for testing and validation to meet safety benchmarks for our commercial launch. Collaborate with peer leads to provide technical direction, making impactful decisions on architectural pathways, strategic investment, tactical execution, and technical debt alleviation. Ensure technical excellence through thorough design and code reviews while fostering the professional development and mentorship of your engineering team. Set and pursue ambitious objectives that encourage the team to deliver industry-leading trajectory solutions.

Join Motional at our cutting-edge Pittsburgh office, situated in the dynamic Hazelwood Green development. This innovative location is part of the city’s initiative to revitalize the area with sustainable and inclusive economic growth, offering stunning views along the Monongahela River.This position is on-site at our Pittsburgh facility, requiring five days in the office each week.Mission Overview:As a Senior PLM/PDM Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of Motional's PLM/PDM systems and engineering toolchains. You will be the primary resource for troubleshooting and addressing any issues related to CAD tools, data management, and PLM-ERP integration. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, operations, and suppliers, you will support daily development efforts while promoting continuous process and documentation improvements.

About the Role Motional is hiring a Senior Component Systems Engineer focused on Camera Sensors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position plays a key part in advancing sensor technology for autonomous vehicles. The engineer will help strengthen camera sensor systems, supporting both safety and performance across Motional’s products.

Mission OverviewAs a Senior Electrical Engineer within the Vehicle Platform Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in designing power and signal distribution systems for Autonomous Vehicles. We seek an individual proficient in the hardware design lifecycle, who thrives in a dynamic environment and can quickly adapt to evolving challenges. You will collaborate cross-functionally to gather essential details for establishing connections, generate comprehensive system diagrams, electrical schematics, and wiring harness diagrams, and assist in the creation of assembly and build documentation. Additionally, you will develop detailed component and system qualification, validation test plans, and lead testing efforts.We value detail-oriented problem solvers with strong critical thinking and time management skills who can effectively work both independently and as part of a team. You will engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and contribute to innovative processes that enhance our work.The Motional Pittsburgh office is situated in the state-of-the-art Hazelwood Green development, embodying the city's commitment to revitalizing the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable manner. With beautiful views along the Monongahela River, our office is at the heart of this vibrant new community.

Mission Overview: Join our dynamic Component Engineering Team based in Pittsburgh as a Senior Hardware Engineer specializing in Radar Components. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design and development of cutting-edge radar technology that drives advanced mobility solutions. Your responsibilities will encompass overseeing the entire radar component design process, from initial concept through to production, including requirements definition, supplier selection and management, system integration, testing and validation, issue resolution, and ensuring readiness for full-scale production. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence in Pittsburgh, PA. Key Responsibilities: Take charge of technical supplier management, coordinating activities and project milestones between internal and external stakeholders. Compile, define, and uphold comprehensive sets of requirements for radar components. Collaborate across various teams including Perception, Systems, Mechanical, Vehicle, Manufacturing, Quality, Software, Cybersecurity, Diagnostics, and Reliability. Develop and support testing for machine learning-based algorithms, including test design, planning, execution, and data collection. Lead radar acceptance, performance, and characterization testing to ensure robust system performance. Support and drive vehicle integration initiatives for radar systems. Conduct root cause analyses and oversee issue resolution to maintain high quality and reliability standards. Lead continuous improvement projects focused on radar components.

Motional is seeking a Staff Front End Engineer to join the Web Visualization Tooling team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This team builds and improves web-based tools and visualization systems that help machine learning engineers and directly support the performance and adaptability of Motional's autonomous vehicles. The work shapes feedback loops and strengthens the AV systems' responsiveness to real-world data. Key Responsibilities Define and uphold web development standards and best practices across teams. Coordinate with several groups to keep projects on track and delivered as planned. Design and scale a modern frontend ecosystem using React, TypeScript, and Vue. Work closely with teams in ML, frontend, UX, data services, data mining, and data annotation to ensure tools fit real workflows. Develop and maintain UI systems that are essential for internal stakeholders. Create user experiences that make complex, data-heavy applications approachable and intuitive. Focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability in all frontend projects. Iterate quickly and deliver results in a product-oriented setting. Requirements Strong drive to design and build user-facing visual applications with a focus on excellent UX. Extensive experience with React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architecture. Comfort with Vue. Solid understanding of product principles, especially around UX and usability. Ability to work independently and take full ownership of projects. Proven ability to drive development with minimal supervision, along with strong learning and organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, including mentoring and delegating to engineers at different levels. Dedication to thorough technical design and documentation. Comfort working directly with customers to identify needs and deliver solutions. Bonus Experience Project management skills, especially with agile practices and operational excellence. Interest in delivering value continuously. Experience with backend technologies such as Node or Python. Background in game development or 3D visualization. Work Arrangement This position supports a hybrid schedule, combining remote flexibility with opportunities for in-office collaboration in Pittsburgh.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is situated in the vibrant Hazelwood Green development, a key initiative aimed at revitalizing the local economy in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable manner. With scenic views of the Monongahela River, our office is at the forefront of this cutting-edge development.Mission Overview:As the Senior Engineering Safety Manager, you will play a pivotal role in defining and steering comprehensive technical safety cases for our advanced autonomous driving systems. You will collaborate cross-functionally with safety, engineering, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure our technology is not only fit for purpose but also exceeds industry standards. This position demands a profound understanding of functional safety, systems engineering, and the seamless integration of AI-driven perception and control technologies.Your expertise in safety assurance, functional safety, and regulatory compliance will be essential in demonstrating the safety of our autonomous systems. Additionally, you will lead and manage a team of safety engineers who work closely with AI/ML, computer vision, robotics, hardware, and software teams to ensure our autonomous vehicles adhere to and surpass safety and regulatory expectations.Key Responsibilities:Lead and mentor the Safety Engineering team, promoting a culture of technical excellence and a safety-first mindset.Develop the company’s safety engineering strategy, aligning it with industry standards, regulatory frameworks, and organizational goals.Represent safety engineering in high-level discussions, technical reviews, and interactions with customers and regulatory bodies.Safety Engineering:Ensure compliance with pertinent regulations and standards.Conduct safety assessments for AI and computer vision systems, tackling challenges related to non-deterministic behavior, perception uncertainty, and machine learning robustness.Drive the creation of customized technical safety case elements for our autonomous driving systems.Establish technical safety case strategies, argument structures, and evidence collection methods to validate the safety and reliability of AV technologies.Develop safety argumentation frameworks and assurance cases in collaboration with cross-functional teams—including systems engineering, AI/ML, perception, control, and validation—to embed safety considerations into system design.

Motional, based in Pittsburgh, develops autonomous vehicles with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and accessibility. Supported by Hyundai Motor Group, Motional is committed to advancing physical AI and shaping the future of transportation. The company’s mission centers on making streets safer and encouraging sustainable mobility. The Systems Readiness and Performance team connects software development with real-world deployment. This group handles system design, verifies and validates the autonomy stack, and sets as well as measures performance benchmarks. Team members work closely with autonomy, infrastructure, and operations partners to build the safety case for launching fully driverless IONIQ 5 robotaxis in Las Vegas. Role overview The Senior Engineer, Machine Learning Systems for Autonomy, joins the Autonomy Subsystems team to design and evaluate software modules that power autonomous vehicles. The role centers on assessing machine learning subsystems using offline model evaluations, open and closed-loop re-simulations, and on-road performance analysis. Defining and validating metrics that reflect subsystem performance is a key part of the job, along with sharing insights to help machine learning developers improve the models used in vehicles. What you will do Design and evaluate machine learning software modules for autonomous vehicles Conduct offline assessments of models and analyze results from re-simulations Evaluate the on-road performance of machine learning models Define and validate metrics to measure autonomy subsystem performance Collaborate with machine learning developers to support improvements in deployed models Requirements Experience as a systems engineer, with a background in safety-critical systems and machine learning model evaluation Interest in autonomy, robotics, and machine learning Prepared to help build production-ready systems for robotaxi deployment

Motional seeks a Talent Acquisition Sourcer to join its Pittsburgh office. This position supports the Autonomy Department, focusing on finding and engaging technical talent in fields such as machine learning and software engineering. Key responsibilities Identify and research technical professionals at different stages in their careers. Build and maintain relationships with candidates, representing Motional’s teams and culture. Source hard-to-find talent to help grow Motional’s workforce. Develop a clear understanding of open roles, especially those related to machine learning and software engineering. Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the process. Stay connected with potential candidates for future opportunities. Location This role is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Mission Overview:In the role of Senior Specialist for Story & Content Creation, you will combine the skills of an investigative journalist with the creativity of a producer. Your mission is to uncover, record, and present the narratives within our company that highlight our innovation, progress, and collaborative efforts.The ideal candidate proactively seeks out stories, develops visual narratives, and utilizes cameras or laptops to bring these stories to life.Key Responsibilities:1. Story Discovery and DevelopmentStory Hunting: Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and operations teams to discover technical accomplishments and human-interest stories that reflect our brand values.Adaptability: Tailor stories for various formats, catering to both internal and external audiences: technical blog articles, engaging 60-second videos, LinkedIn posts, or photo essays.Storyboarding: Create scripts and visual storyboards that effectively translate complex AI concepts into relatable narratives.2. Content CreationProduction: Capture video and photo content spontaneously, whether interviewing a lead engineer or documenting behind-the-scenes moments at a test track.Writing: Craft compelling social media posts, blog entries, and internal communications that position our technology as a leader in the market, showcasing our dedication to innovation and teamwork.Short-Form Content: Produce and edit quick social media clips that are authentic, engaging, and informative.3. StorytellingTechnical Translation: Interview subject matter experts and convert technical jargon into stories that resonate with the public, business partners, regulators, and investors.Customer Voice: Help document the “voice of our customers” through interviews and community narratives.

Mission Summary: Join our innovative team as a Staff/Principal Engineer specializing in Perception Capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will leverage advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies to develop state-of-the-art software solutions. Your extensive experience will encompass critical domains such as detection, classification, segmentation, and tracking, alongside essential functions like data engines, labeling policies, training pipelines, model optimization, simulation, and testing. Your commitment to excellence will drive substantial impact on our products, as you take initiative and ownership of outcomes. We are looking for someone eager to enhance the perception stack of self-driving vehicles. You will navigate unique challenges associated with safety-critical, open-world applications, ensuring rigorous engineering excellence and thorough evaluation. You will devise innovative solutions to complex issues, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams focused on capabilities to design, implement, and validate comprehensive solutions. What you’ll be doing: Lead the development and implementation of solutions that integrate perception components with downstream modules within our autonomy system. Analyze the performance of the perception subsystem, proactively identifying potential limitations regarding system-level capabilities. Document and lead cross-team efforts to resolve any identified hazards. Collaborate on innovative solutions to tackle “long tail” challenges, including synthetic data generation, advanced data mining, or utilizing language embeddings in onboard models. Depending on your expertise, you may also assist in optimizing and deploying models to vehicles, ensuring compliance with the constraints of our onboard hardware and functional requirements. Interface with systems and safety engineers, test engineers, and data analysts to ensure accurate requirements, test coverage, and performance metrics.

Join Motional’s Pittsburgh Team!Our Pittsburgh office is situated in the innovative Hazelwood Green development, a significant step towards revitalizing the neighborhood with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. Enjoy stunning views of the Monongahela River while working in this state-of-the-art facility.Mission Overview:We are on the lookout for a dedicated Staff Design Release Engineer to become a key player in our newly established Design Release Engineering team within the Vehicle Platform Engineering group. This position will be responsible for the design release and seamless integration of vehicle control and interface subsystems, acting as the primary technical authority for essential vehicle modules such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Vehicle Interface Controllers (VIC), Cabin Monitoring Systems, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) hardware. Your role is crucial in ensuring technical excellence, fostering supplier collaboration, and guaranteeing hardware delivery that aligns with performance, cost, and timing goals.Your Responsibilities:Lead the complete design release process for critical vehicle system hardware, focusing on mechanical mounting, alignment, thermal management, electrical interfaces, and network integration.Drive technical execution throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development to sustaining engineering and continuous enhancements.Oversee the creation and release of comprehensive engineering documentation, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level design.Work closely with OEM partners to guarantee smooth mechanical, electrical, and network integration of controllers and interface modules.Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) to validate against system performance criteria.Manage the Engineering Change (ECN) process, ensuring traceability, cost impact assessments, and cross-functional agreement.Serve as the primary technical contact for suppliers, monitoring part readiness through various development phases.Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams for flawless hardware integration and performance.