Principal Motion Planning Engineer
MotionalPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • Boston, Massachusetts, United States • 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 and comfortable autonomous fleet operation. The role requires expertise in cutting-edge research, advanced algorithm development, and robust software building to generate safe, comfortable, and intuitive routes and motions. Motional is a driverless technology company focused on creating safer and more accessible transportation solutions.
Requirements
- PhD preferred in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of research experience in robotics / motion planning
- 5+ years of C++ software development
- Experience owning and leading technical development
- Thirst for knowledge, continuous innovation
- Experience with probabilistic models (Gaussian mixture models, Hidden Markov Models, Particle Filters)
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with a company match
- Health saving accounts
- Life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Bonus
- Company equity