Mission Summary:

As a Staff Engineer within the Platform Engineering team, you will be a hands-on technical leader driving the evolution of Motional's global cloud and hybrid infrastructure. Operating as a senior individual contributor, you'll tackle our hardest platform problems directly — designing systems, creating code, and setting technical direction for initiatives that span multiple teams. Your work will help transform our R&D environment into a hardened, cost-efficient, and scalable commercial backbone, and ensure our internal platforms deliver the developer velocity required for rapid AV deployment.

What you'll be doing:

• Design and build major components of our cloud architecture — including networking, storage, compute abstraction layers. You'll own the technical design end-to-end and create code where it matters most
• Drive technical evolution of our Kubernetes-based developer platform. Identify the highest-leverage improvements to scalability, cost attribution, access control, and developer ergonomics — then design and implement them to reduce configuration complexity and accelerate engineering velocity
• Raise the reliability bar across Platform Engineering. Define and implement standards for SLIs, SLOs, observability, and failover, and partner with peer teams to roll them out across platform-layer services
• Drive FinOps practices — cost visibility, attribution, accountability as well as optimization recommendations
• Design and ship AI-native developer experiences by integrating LLM-powered tooling into CI, build systems, monitoring platforms, and local development workflows to remove friction and boost engineering throughput
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 9 years in Software or Infrastructure Engineering, with significant experience in a senior IC capacity
• Deep, expert-level knowledge of Kubernetes internals and ecosystem (Operators (Crossplane, ArgoWorkflow/Airflow, KubeRay), Kubecost/OpenCost, Service Mesh, GitOps and other CNCF projects)
• Proven track record of designing or migrating complex workloads between on-prem data centers and major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, other)
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/CloudFormation, Terraform Cloud/Spacelift/Atlantis) and advanced observability tooling (OpenTelemetry, Prometheus/VictoriaMetrics, Grafana, Datadog)
• Expert in architecting AI-driven operations, leveraging LLMs and agentic workflows to automate incident response, predictive scaling, and intelligent system observability
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical roadmaps across an entire engineering organization and mentor senior technical staff
  
  

Bonus points (not required):

• Proven expertise in CI/CD orchestration, build systems (Bazel, RBE), frameworks
• Prior experience with large-scale machine learning training pipelines
• Experience leading technical projects in a globally distributed team
• Open-source contributions to Kubernetes, observability, or infrastructure tooling ecosystems

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking an Insights & Integrations Consultancy Data Scientist who will be responsible for transforming complex data into clear, business-impactful insights that drive portfolio expansion, retention, and real-world outcomes for fleet operators around the world. This role sits at the intersection of data science, customer consultancy, and sustainability — where your ability to communicate the why behind the data matters as much as the analysis itself. If you love turning data into decisions and have a passion for sustainability and clean transportation — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As an Insights & Integrations Consultancy Data Scientist, your key area of responsibility will be partnering with strategic accounts to drive ecosystem expansion and retention — not just through technical analysis, but by translating that analysis into business impact that resonates with fleet managers, executives, and non-technical stakeholders. You will develop and maintain deep expertise across the Geotab platform, engaging directly with partners and end-users to optimize their use of Geotab's technology, presenting data-driven insights in ways that clearly demonstrate ROI, cost savings, and efficiency gains. Day-to-day, you will design and deliver Big Data dashboards and analytics tools, maintain Airflow pipelines for continual data analysis using SQL and Python, develop proof of concepts, and solve complex business problems through customer-tailored algorithms and predictive models. You will also represent Geotab as a thought leader at industry events and trade shows — particularly in the areas of fleet electrification and sustainability — and travel quarterly to Canada for team meetings, with additional on-sites at key strategic accounts.

You will work closely with Account and Engagement Managers within Geotab's Sales Channels, the Signature Accounts Team, Product Management, and Solutions Engineering — relationships that are essential to identifying growth opportunities and translating customer feedback into product improvements. To thrive in this role, you will bring an exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, a consultative mindset focused on business outcomes over technical jargon, and a genuine passion for sustainability and the electrification of commercial fleets.

How you'll make an impact:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the Geotab ecosystem, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to empower end-users and partners and enhance their understanding of Geotab solutions.

• Engage and collaborate with partners and end-users to optimize their utilization of Geotab's technology, products, and solutions, tailoring the approach to meet their specific needs.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's offerings by providing partner and end-user feedback, providing opportunities to collaborate with Product Management teams.

• Create and optimize data-driven dashboards for cross-functional use, facilitating informed decision-making and efficient collaboration with a focus on expansion and retention of existing customers.

• Ensure partner and end-user satisfaction through prompt and accurate service, bolstering internal team support by providing additional insights and know-how.

• Collaborate with the Geotab revenue generating teams to identify and deliver effective solutions for customer challenges, by working closely with them and their partners, contributing to sales growth, ecosystem expansion and customer retention.

• Support Geotab's partner upskilling, driving them towards excellence to support customers across unique channels, using best practices, and leveraging a deep understanding of industry verticals.

• May be involved in developing and implementing proof of concepts. This involves creating a small-scale version of the solution to demonstrate its feasibility and effectiveness in the customer's environment.

• Staying updated with industry trends, competitor products, and market demands is crucial. Need to understand the broader landscape in which Geotab operates to position their solutions effectively.

• Keep accurate records of customer interactions, solution designs, and outcomes is important. This helps in creating case studies, improving processes, and maintaining a repository of successful solutions for reference.

• Deliver compelling technical presentations and demonstrations to customers. They showcase the features and benefits of the product or service, highlighting how it solves the customer's problems.

• Work closely with the sales team and fellow engineers throughout the sales cycle as needed. Provide technical support, answer technical questions, and address concerns that potential customers may have in regards to their area of subject matter expertise.

• Based on customer requirements, design customized solutions or configurations using the company's products. They create proposals and presentations that outline how the solution meets the customer's needs, often through demonstrations or prototypes.

• Even before a sale is made, may assist with technical inquiries from potential customers. This could involve explaining technical details, providing documentation, or guiding customers on how to integrate the solution into their existing systems when expertise beyond the general area is required.

• Solve complex business problems by providing analytics or analytics-based consulting, including customer-tailored algorithms and predictive models, under guidance or mentorship.

• Maintain airflow pipelines for continual data analysis combining SQL queries and python scripts.

• Design, maintain and deliver Big Data dashboards and tools; document stakeholder requirements, resolve issues, and fulfill change requests.

What you'll bring to this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and/or work experience may be substituted.

• 3–5 years of experience in a relevant customer-facing technical role, including Solutions Engineering, Sales Engineering, Integration Engineering, Engineering Support, Software Development, Data Science, or Technical Account Management.

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience with SQL (Google BigQuery preferred) and data science tools (Python, pandas, numpy preferred).

• Experience working with large data environments and demonstrated ability to extract value from very large datasets, including data modeling and data warehouse concepts.

• Data visualization skills, particularly in dashboarding platforms such as Power BI or Tableau.

• Technical knowledge of telematics, IoT, APIs, and related technologies; working knowledge of hardware integrations is a bonus.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to assess customer challenges and propose viable solutions.

• A customer-focused mindset with strong time management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Desire to stay current with emerging technology and the flexibility to adapt to growing market demands.

• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time internationally; valid passport required.

Why job seekers choose Geotab:

Role Summary: 

We are seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of power electronics products. The primary function of this position is to design custom machinery and support the entire project cycle from concept development through installation, commissioning, and handover to the operations team. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, Controls, manufacturing, and test engineers, to ensure efficient performance and reliability in high-power density environments.

Responsibilities:

•  Utilize CAD software CAD software (3D EXPERIENCE (3DX), CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo etc.) to create detailed mechanical designs.

• Model and design complex electro-mechanical parts, including plastics, sheet metal, insulators, magnetic components, and high-voltage connectors.

• Perform mechanical design analysis, including structural FEA, thermal CFD, vibration, and fatigue assessments.

• Solve packaging challenges involving electrical isolation, sealing, thermal dissipation, EMI/EMC shielding, and mechanical shock/vibration.

• Define and execute validation test plans including structural, thermal, and environmental testing.

•  2D drawings with GD&T for production and inspection.

• Create engineering documentation, tolerance stacks, BOMs, and release packages through PLM systems.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, thermal, Firmware and controls, manufacturing, test, and industrial design teams.

• Work closely with suppliers to optimize DFM, DFA, and tooling strategies for high-volume production.

• Lead prototype development, fabrication, assembly, and mechanical testing of new designs.

• Support root-cause analysis of design issues in pilot or production builds and lead iterative improvements.

• Drive trade studies to inform system-level decisions on design architecture, materials, and manufacturing processes.

• Guide selection for structural, thermal, and electrical compatibility in high-voltage environments.

• Contribute to the layout and design of integrated cooling systems including cold plates, thermal interfaces, and airflow paths.

• Develop assembly procedures and manufacturing instructions to support scalable production.

• Participate in mechanical  FMEA and DVP&R activities across product lifecycle stages.

• Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design for power electronics, automotive, industrial, or energy products.

• Expertise in CAD modeling using 3D EXPERIENCE (CATIA V6/V5), SolidWorks, NX, or Creo.

• Deep understanding of mechanical fundamentals—statics, dynamics, heat transfer, and materials.

• Proficiency in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.

• Experience designing enclosures for IP-rated or outdoor-rated power equipment.

• Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting, extrusion, and sheet metal forming.

• Working knowledge of materials: metals (aluminum, steel), plastics, ceramics, gaskets, potting compounds.

• Hands-on experience taking designs from prototype through production deployment.

• Familiarity with PLM systems (3D EXPERIENCE, Windchill, etc.) and engineering change workflows.

• Comfortable with root-cause analysis, failure mode resolution, and mechanical reliability testing.

• Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional design reviews and technical deep-dives.

• Prior experience collaborating with suppliers on tooling development, DFM feedback, and tolerance negotiations.

• Familiarity with PCBAs, connectors, and mechanical integration of high-density electronic assemblies.

• Experience with design and test documentation for regulatory standards (UL, IEC, NEC preferred).

• Passion for product innovation, sustainability, and enabling electrification through engineering excellence.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% - 20% including internationally

Bonus Qualifications:

• Strong background in structural, thermal, and vibration analysis using tools like Ansys Mechanical, Fluent, and Maxwell.

• Familiarity with electronics packaging and PCB interface considerations.

• Experience with medium- to high-voltage systems and insulation coordination (creepage, clearance, potting, sealing).

• Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.