Principal Motion Planning Engineer
MotionalBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted September 13, 2025
212000 - 283975 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Motional, a Hyundai Motor Group joint venture headquartered in Boston, is a global leader in AI and driverless technology. The company focuses on developing advanced autonomous driving solutions with operations across the U.S. and Asia, offering innovative technologies that enhance road safety and efficiency.
Job Description
Motional is seeking a technical expert to define motion planning and control systems for secure, effective, and comfortable fleet operation in complex environments. The role requires expertise in advanced research, algorithm development, and robust software building to create safe and intuitive routes and motions. Motional is a driverless technology company focused on making autonomous vehicles a reality.
Requirements
- PhD preferred in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; or a Master's degree with 7+ years of experience in the robotics (preferably AV industry)
- 10+ years of research experience in robotics / motion planning
- 5+ years of C++ software development
- Thirst for knowledge and continuous innovation
- Experience with probabilistic models
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401k with company match
- health saving accounts
- life insurance
- pet insurance