Principal Engineer, Team Lead - Behaviors

Motional

Remote
Base: $212,000—$283,000 usd; bonus/equity: not spe...
Remote
Machine learning models for agent navigation
Behavior models for self-driving vehicles
Deep learning frameworks (tensorflow/pytorch)
Motional is seeking a Principal Engineer and Team Lead for their Behaviors team, focused on advancing Level 4 autonomous driving technology through machine learning. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership experience and technical expertise in ML solutions for autonomous vehicles, alongside a passion for innovative challenges in the field

Job Summary

  • Develop ML models that learn how different agents navigate complex real-world traffic scenarios to set the behavior of self-driving vehicles and predict other agents' behavior.
  • Lead, manage, and grow a team of engineers while designing and implementing behavior models leveraging the latest advancements in machine learning.
  • Collaborate with perception, simulation, data platform, and integration teams to validate and enhance on-road performance of products.

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Motional is seeking a Principal Engineer and Team Lead for their Behaviors team, focused on advancing Level 4 autonomous driving technology through machine learning. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership experience and technical expertise in ML solutions for autonomous vehicles, alongside a passion for innovative challenges in the field.

Salary

Base: $212,000—$283,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, HSA, life insurance, pet insurance, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Machine learning models for agent navigation
  • Behavior models for self-driving vehicles
  • Deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch)
  • Python with scientific computing libraries
  • ML solutions for autonomous vehicles/robotics
  • Software engineering principles

Nice-to-have

  • Generative AI and reinforcement learning
  • Embedded systems and real-time optimization
  • Publications in relevant conferences
  • Strong C++ and/or CUDA programming skills

Key Requirements

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field
  • Proven leadership skills in technical initiatives
  • Extensive experience managing and leading engineers
  • Experience deploying ML solutions for autonomous vehicles
  • Advanced software engineering knowledge

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