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Principal Engineer in Motion Planning

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Remote Full-time From $172K/yr

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Qualifications

What We Are Seeking:A Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is required; a Master’s or PhD degree is highly desirable. Demonstrated expertise and a significant impact in the robotics and autonomous vehicle domain. At least 2 years of research experience specifically in the areas of robotics and motion planning. A minimum of 2 years of experience in C++ software development. Proven track record of guiding projects from initial concept through to implementation and deployment. A strong desire for knowledge acquisition and a commitment to continuous innovation.

About the job

Join our innovative Motion Planning team at Motional, where you will harness your expertise in robotics and software development to contribute to the future of autonomous vehicles. In this pivotal role, you will conduct research, develop cutting-edge algorithms, and create robust software solutions aimed at generating safe, comfortable, and intuitive driving routes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement a diverse array of planning algorithms for autonomous driving, including search-based, sampling-based, optimization-based methods, linear-temporal logic, and decision-making strategies under uncertainty.
  • Integrate and assess the performance of motion planning and prediction algorithms to enhance overall system efficiency.
  • Build a scalable and resilient codebase that facilitates rapid experimentation and evaluation of various motion planning techniques.
  • Collaborate closely with perception, prediction, trajectory optimization, and control components to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Engage in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Promote a culture centered around product-focused engineering and continuous research and development.

About Motional

Motional is a pioneering company in the field of autonomous vehicles, dedicated to creating safe, reliable, and intuitive mobility solutions. Our team is comprised of passionate experts committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and engineering in the robotics sector.

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