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Motional is a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, specializing in autonomous vehicle software and hardware. The company has grown to over 1,500 employees across North America, Europe, and Asia, and it currently lists 264 open positions covering a broad spectrum of tech disciplines.

Typical roles include software engineers (perception, planning, simulation), data scientists, embedded systems engineers, AI researchers, product managers, quality assurance, and regulatory specialists. Candidates can expect a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where cross‑functional teams work together to bring self‑driving cars from the lab to the road.

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Motion Planning Engineer

Company: Motional

Location: Remote

Posted May 12, 2023

Motional, a driverless technology company, is seeking a robotics and software development expert for their Motion Planning team. The role involves applying passion in robotics and software development for production-ready autonomous vehicles. Key responsibilities include developing algorithms for motion planning, integrating and evaluating combinations of motion planning and prediction algorithms, and building a robust and scalable codebase. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, preferably a Masters or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. They should have proven impact and expertise in the robotics/autonomous vehicle field, with 3+ years of research experience in robotics/motion planning and C++ software development. Motional offers a competitive salary range of $120,000-$190,000 USD, along with comprehensive benefits. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Software Engineer - Logging Systems Group

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 17, 2023

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Senior Software Engineer, Visualization and Tooling

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 17, 2023

Motional is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the technical vision, design, and implementation of visualization tooling for their Autonomous Vehicle system. The role involves working with a top-notch team to develop performant and well-tested C++ and C code, and contributing to designs to determine the needs of the system.

Motion Planning Engineer

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 12, 2023

The text describes a role in Motion Planning for autonomous vehicles, focusing on research, development, and building software for safe and comfortable routes. The role requires experience in robotics, C++, and motion planning algorithms. The company, Motional, is a driverless technology company with a focus on creating safe, reliable, and accessible self-driving vehicles. They value diversity, equity, and inclusion and have established a team to ensure these principles are at the forefront of the candidate and employee experience.

Senior Software Engineer, Visualization and Tooling

Company: Motional

Location: Remote

Posted May 17, 2023

The text describes a job opening for a Senior Software Engineer at Motional to lead the technical vision, design, and implementation for their visualization tooling. The role involves working with a team to design and implement tooling for monitoring and diagnostics on vehicles, with a focus on building a performant autonomous vehicle. The company, Motional, is a driverless technology company with a mission to create a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. The role offers a competitive salary range and benefits package.

Senior Engineer (Multiple Openings)

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 12, 2023

The job posting is for a position in Real-time software development for Autonomous Vehicles (AVs), with a focus on motion planning methods. The candidate should have experience with C++ and Python, and be familiar with reinforcement learning frameworks like PyTorch and ML-Agents. The role involves researching, developing, and deploying motion planning algorithms, as well as performing scientific research to improve the performance of autonomous vehicles. The position requires a Master's degree in robotics, computer science, or a related field, and 2 years of industry experience.

Summer 2023: Machine Learning Engineering Intern, Computer Vision

Company: Motional

Location: Remote

Posted May 10, 2023

This is a Machine Learning Internship opportunity at Motional, working on nuScenes, PointPillars, and Point Painting for Perception and Prediction in self-driving cars. The role involves researching and developing innovative machine learning strategies, collaborating with broader teams, and executing tasks. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a Masters or PhD program in Computer Science, Robotics, or similar, with a demonstrated interest in R&D and strong Python coding experience.

Senior Machine Learning Engineer: Radar Camera Fusion

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 16, 2023

The text describes a job posting for a position in the Autonomy Sensor team of Motional, a driverless technology company. The role involves leading the development of ML models, training and evaluation pipeline for radar and camera data processing and fusion in their next generation AV system. The candidate should have an MS in computer science, engineering, or applied math with 5+ years of practical experience in machine learning, sensing, and perception in automotive systems. The position can support remote work within the United States only.

Principal Product Designer

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 17, 2023

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Technical Advisor

Company: Motional

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 16, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Motional?
Employees describe Motional as an innovation hub where every team member has the chance to impact real‑world autonomous driving. The culture emphasizes data‑driven decision making, continuous learning, and open communication between engineering, product, and business units. Teams often hold joint retrospectives, hack days, and cross‑department workshops to rapidly iterate on features and address safety challenges.
What types of positions are available at Motional?
Motional hires across a wide range of tech roles: software engineers (vision, planning, robotics), data scientists and ML engineers, embedded and electrical engineers, mechanical and manufacturing specialists, DevOps and infrastructure engineers, product and UX designers, quality and safety analysts, regulatory affairs, and business operations. Additionally, non‑technical roles such as marketing, HR, legal, and finance support the company’s growth.
How can a candidate stand out when applying to Motional?
Showcase concrete projects that demonstrate autonomous vehicle expertise—e.g., a perception pipeline, a reinforcement‑learning controller, or a full‑stack simulation environment. Highlight measurable results, such as reducing perception latency by 30% or improving mapping accuracy. Tailor your résumé to the job description, use the exact language from the posting, and include links to code repositories or publications. During interviews, prepare to discuss technical trade‑offs, safety considerations, and how you collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

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