Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Motional as a Mapping and Localization Software Engineer and contribute to the development of cutting-edge systems and software for autonomous driving. You will architect and develop next-generation mapping and localization solutions, directly impacting the company's goals by improving mapping efficiency. This role involves solving complex challenges using state-of-the-art methods, driving innovation, and collaborating with experts across various autonomy disciplines. Prioritizing safety is paramount in designing and implementing software solutions. The position requires a Masters or PhD in a related field and 2+ years of experience in production software for mapping and localization. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Requirements

• Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or a related field
• 2+ years of experience shipping production software in mapping and localization
• Strong C++ software engineering and algorithm skills in a Unix environment
• Deep understanding of SLAM, particularly state-of-the-art visual and visual-inertial SLAM
• Strong fundamentals in nonlinear optimization and numerical linear algebra
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across multiple teams, researchers and engineers

Responsibilities

• Solve complex challenges associated with large-scale mapping and localization by applying state-of-the-art methods and techniques
• Drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions by applying state-of-the-art methods and techniques to scale production maps
• Develop and deploy scalable and efficient onboard and offboard software
• Collaborate with experts across autonomy, including perception, motion planning and controls
• Prioritize safety above all else in designing and implementing software solutions, ensuring the highest standards of safety in our autonomous driving efforts

Preferred Qualifications

Experience applying machine learning techniques to SLAM problems

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with a company match
• Health saving accounts
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Bonus
• Company equity