Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. 

We’re searching for a Senior Systems Engineer to join Aurora’s Software Systems, Safety, and Test Engineering team. Systems, Safety, and Test Engineering is responsible for the engineering work to verify and validate Aurora’s self-driving technology - an unsolved problem for the industry and one of the most difficult challenges in the history of systems engineering. The System Test team is responsible for supporting system-level autonomy development, verification, and validation by delivering decision-quality information via test and evaluation of the Aurora Driver.

In this role, you will

• Work alongside leadership in developing strategies for testing the Aurora Driver
• Leverage diverse testing methods including simulation, Hardware-In-Loop (HIL), track, and road testing in support of autonomy development and system verification and validation
• Plan and execute tests, analyze results, and identify defects or anomalies in system behavior
• Work closely with development teams to investigate root causes and drive resolution of issues
• Provide frequent, simple, and clear written and verbal communication of complex ideas to external teams, peers, and stakeholders
• Design, develop, execute, and train others in processes that embody test engineering best practice

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant engineering field
• 8+ years of highly relevant industry experience
• Proven experience in test and evaluation of complex systems
• Experience with test methods, tools, and frameworks
• Ability to synthesize data into meaningful information to support decision making
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

 Desirable Qualifications 

• Experience in testing high-risk and safety critical products
• Application of engineering and/or operational risk assessment methodologies
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python, bash) with an emphasis around data management for test reports
• Previous experience with autonomous systems (particularly automotive-based)
• Proficiency in JAMA for requirements management and testing
• Knowledge of automotive safety standards (e.g. ASPICE, ISO 26262, SOTIF) and familiarity with regulatory requirements or evaluation standards for autonomous vehicles (e.g. UL4600, Euro NCAP)
• Prior experience with sophisticated, mission-critical hardware and/or software within a safety critical industry (e.g. aerospace, defense, medical, transportation)
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, version control systems (e.g. Git and continuous integration (CI) pipelines

The base salary range for this position is  $135,000 - $216,000 per Year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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We’re looking for a Real-Time Firmware Engineer who wants to work on challenging, meaningful problems at the intersection of hardware, software, and clean energy.

This is not a maintenance role. You’ll be helping build a new product from the ground up and contributing directly to firmware that powers electrification, grid resiliency, and distributed energy resources (DERs).

If you’re someone who enjoys deep technical work, solving real-world problems, and seeing your code move from concept to deployed product, this role is built for you.

You will: 

• Play a hands-on role in designing and delivering real-time firmware for microcontroller-based systems
• Design, implement, and test real-time firmware for control, communications, and functional safety
• Contribute directly to product development from concept through release
• Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and software engineers in a highly integrated environment
• Develop requirements, specifications, and test strategies
• Debug and troubleshoot complex, timing-critical systems
• Support product deployment and help resolve real-world technical challenges

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Must have the ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time with or without accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location & Travel: This is a full-time hybrid position requiring 3 days on-site at our Philadelphia office and up to 5% travel. 

Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 annually, plus bonus and equity. 

What Success Looks Like

First 90 Days

• Build a strong understanding of the product, system architecture, and problem space
• Develop a clear approach to implementing solutions

6 Months

• Independently own and deliver a meaningful portion of the product
• Contribute production-ready firmware to the system

12 Months

• Your work is validated, integrated, and released as part of the product

Who We’re Looking For 

Minimum Requirements 

• 5+ years experience as a Real-Time Firmware engineer designing, implementing, and testing embedded software/firmware for microcontrollers based products
• Professional experience developing software applications in C/C++
• Experience using RTOS to create software/firmware for multi-threaded, timing critical applications. Good understanding of timing budgets in critical systems
• Proficient with debugging/troubleshooting techniques, including JTAG Debuggers, trace analyzers, and use of electronics lab equipment such as Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Logic analyzers, and Signal/Function Generators
• Professional experience using Source Control Management systems (e.g. Git)
• Understanding of static source code analysis tools/methods
• Experience in developing design documentation (requirements, flowcharts, data flow diagrams, state transition diagrams, etc.)
• Basic understanding of electronics concepts

Preferred Qualifications 

• Developing embedded firmware for functional safety (electrical, automotive, or medical)
• Electric meters, circuit breakers, or AC power management preferred
• Working in regulated industries and creating certification documentation
• Familiarity with IEC 60730, IEC 61508, or ISO 26262 preferred
• ARM processors (preferably Cortex-R), including execution models, interrupt management, and DMA
• TI AM64xx experience preferred
• Authoring low-level drivers and SOC management (UART, SPI, I2C, DDR4, Secure Boot, etc.)
• Implementing serial interfaces; CANbus or Modbus knowledge preferred
• Digital Signal Processing
• Remote communication protocols (RF, Wi-Fi, Cellular, Bluetooth)

You’re the ideal candidate if:

• You come in with a strong foundation: you’re not learning embedded systems from scratch
• You’re adaptable and comfortable with evolving requirements
• You bring informed opinions, but stay open and collaborative
• You can both write great code and explain it clearly
• You enjoy working on a team that solves problems together

You may not be a fit if:

• You’re a web or cloud engineer without deep firmware experience
• You prefer highly structured, slow-moving environments
• You struggle with collaboration or communicating technical ideas

What we are looking for

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

We're searching for a Staff Client Platform Engineer to join our Enterprise Site Reliability (SRE) team to lead the management of our enterprise Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu clients. The team is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable and secure client device infrastructure. They also automate device deployment, configuration, and management processes.

This role will contribute to delivering the benefits of self-driving by leading the development of tailored client device solutions that address Aurora-wide and team-specific requirements for software and hardware development and manufacturing.

In this role you will

• Guide the approach and execution of the Client Platform Engineering Team
• Plan, design, and implement scalable solutions to manage Aurora's physical and virtual client platforms (Macs, Windows, Ubuntu) to ensure they receive security patches, configuration, and software package updates
• Partner with IT Support, InfoSec, and Developer Experience on strategy and implementation of client platform management solutions
• Handle escalations from IT Support, with an emphasis on mentoring and empowering IT Support to address similar problems
• Participate in the Enterprise SRE 24/7 on-call rotation

Required qualifications

• Experience of at least 8 years in Client Platform engineering and at least 3 years in leading engineering solutions (design to implementation) at scale.
• Expertise with client device lifecycle management, including experience across multiple client operating systems and various hardware platforms.
• Experience with MacOS, Windows, and Linux system administration.
• Experience deploying configuration management tools such as Intune, Kandji, Puppet, Ansible, or Chef.
• Experience with automation and tool development, preferably using Powershell, Go, or Python.
• Strong change management skills, including rollout planning and communication, and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Understanding of client endpoint security concepts and experience applying security hardening to client devices, such as CIS Benchmarks.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills that drive executional impact at scale. 
• Experience with automating testing for imaging, provisioning, and configuration management.

Desirable qualifications

• Experience working within cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Experience in environments deploying containerized workflows, using tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with SRE concepts such as SLIs, SLOs, SLAs, incident response, and best practices and partnering with teams on them.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, or CloudFormation

The base salary range for this position is  $163,000 - $236,500 per Year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Mission Summary:

Motional’s onboard autonomous driving system team works at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, sensors, and hardware compute platforms to evolve Motional’s next-generation on-board autonomous driving system. As part of this team, the High Performance Compute Platform team is responsible for Motional’s current and next-generation onboard autonomous driving system. If you are a software engineer and love the idea of working on embedded AI hardware and software compute systems to create the next generation of autonomous vehicles, we would love to talk with you. We are hiring in a range of levels, from graduate engineers to Staff engineers.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design and develop infrastructure software on various hardware platforms for applications such as vision processing, radar systems, safety monitoring, etc., to be run on self-driving vehicles.
• Design test harnesses for embedded software components and full systems
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers.
• Proactively work with cross-functional engineering teams to solve complex and interesting problems.
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Experience with creating detailed requirements from use cases.
• Ability to lead a technical initiative, including breaking down work and guiding other engineers through execution.
• Experience writing software for embedded platforms in C and C++.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience working on embedded Linux / RTOSs.
• Experience working with networks (Ethernet, CAN etc.) and the common networking protocols.
• Experience with debugging on embedded platforms.
• Experience writing software in Python and experience doing automation with shell scripting.
• Experience working with ARM Cortex MCUs or Microprocessors.
  
  

Bonus Points (not required):

• Experience working with large data pipelines, and platforms that require deterministic execution.
• Experience using inter-system communication protocols such as I2C and SPI
• Experience deploying Machine Learning models.
• Experience working with GPUs.
• Experience working directly with the Linux kernel or Device Drivers.
• Experience with Simulation and Code Generation, and knowing when their use is appropriate.
• Experience working with Bazel.
• Experience integrating various sensors, including Cameras, IMUs, Radars, LIDARs.
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX, and/or other ML frameworks. 
  
  

We encourage a hybrid schedule with in-office time at one of our locations in Boston, Pittsburgh, or Las Vegas to support collaboration, or this role can be fully remote.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

Mission Summary:

• Lead the design, development, and integration of complex electrical and mechanical systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring they meet rigorous performance, safety, and reliability standards.
• Architect, analyze, and optimize vehicle electrical and networking systems (Automotive Ethernet, CAN) to enhance data throughput, fault tolerance, and system scalability.
• Spearhead the diagnosis and resolution of complex, intermittent system failures using advanced debugging tools (e.g., high-speed oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers) and sophisticated PC-based diagnostic and simulation software.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices for system triage, troubleshooting, repair, and validation.
• Develop and execute comprehensive integration test plans for new vehicle features and subsystems, coordinating efforts across multiple engineering disciplines and external partners.
• Author and maintain high-level technical documentation for system architectures, design requirements, and validation procedures.
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Expert-level knowledge of vehicle electrical and networking systems (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.) with a deep understanding of communication protocols and their limitations.
• Proven track record of success in root-cause analysis, systematic issue isolation, and resolution for complex hardware-software integration problems.
• Extensive experience with advanced Linux terminal troubleshooting, including scripting and low-level system diagnostics.
• Deep understanding of computer system architecture, including embedded systems, processing units, and networking hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to author and maintain highly technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and system validation plans.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with external suppliers and partners.
• Extensive experience with various sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, and RADAR, and an understanding of their integration challenges.
• Master's degree or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or 10+ years of relevant experience in a senior-level role.
  
  

Preferred, but not required:

• Professional proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++ for scripting, automation, and data analysis.
• Experience with advanced issue-tracking and project management platforms (e.g., JIRA, Polarion, Confluence), including dashboard creation and workflow optimization.
• Working knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262) and their application in autonomous systems.

This role is hybrid from our Pittsburgh office. It requires in-office days each week.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

Mission Summary:

The Senior Engineer Team Lead is responsible for the validation of the autonomous vehicle stack with a primary emphasis on the interface between software and physical hardware. This role leads the development and execution of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing strategies to ensure that perception, planning, and control algorithms interact safely and reliably with vehicle sensors, actuators, and ECUs.

You will be the technical authority for HIL bench architecture and hardware-software integration, ensuring that the "brain" of the vehicle commands the physical "body" with millisecond precision and fail-safe reliability.

Essential Duties:

• HIL Strategy & Architecture: Lead the design, setup, and maintenance of high-fidelity HIL test benches (e.g., dSPACE, NI, or Speedgoat). Define the hardware-software mapping required to simulate real-world vehicle dynamics.
• Hardware-Software Integration: Own the validation of the Drive-by-Wire (DBW) system, ensuring steering, braking, and acceleration commands meet safety-critical latency and accuracy requirements.
• Fault Injection & Robustness: Design and execute complex hardware fault-injection campaigns (e.g., sensor signal loss, CAN bus flooding, power interrupts) to validate system-level safety monitors.
• Communication Protocol Expert: Direct the testing of automotive communication networks, including CAN, CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet, and LIN, using tools like Vector CANoe/CANalyzer.
• Multi-Modal Validation: While focusing on hardware, maintain oversight of SIL and closed-course testing to ensure HIL results correlate with virtual and physical track performance.
• Mechatronic Debugging: Lead root-cause analysis for complex electromechanical issues, utilizing oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers to debug signal integrity and power distribution.
• Tooling & Automation: Architect Python-based automation frameworks for HIL regression suites, reducing manual bench time and increasing test coverage.
• Safety Compliance: Act as a lead reviewer for ISO 26262 functional safety requirements, specifically focusing on Hardware-Software Interface (HSI) specifications.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or Robotics.
• Experience: 5+ years in Systems/Hardware testing, with at least 3 years focused on HIL simulation within the automotive or aerospace industry.
• Technical Mastery:
• Hardware: Expert knowledge of ECUs, sensors (Lidar/Radar/Camera), and mechatronic actuators.
• Simulators: Proven experience configuring real-time simulation environments (e.g., dSPACE ControlDesk, NI VeriStand, or IPG CarMaker).
• Scripting: Expert proficiency in Python for test automation and Matlab/Simulink for plant model integration.
• Domain Expertise:
• Deep understanding of automotive electrical architectures and power management.
• Experience with sensor calibration and synchronization across hardware interfaces.
• Familiarity with SOTIF (ISO 21448) and how hardware limitations impact autonomous functionality.
  
  

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate.

Motional AD LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we welcome all qualified applicants.  All applicants will receive impartial consideration regarding race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or another legally protected status.  Motional AD LLC is a Drug-free workplace.

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office and requires in-office days each week.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

Mission Summary:

Our Vehicle Platform Components team is seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer to assume ownership of the development and integration of the autonomous vehicle’s vision sensors. This position serves as the primary technical owner for the development, validation, and production readiness of our vision sensors. The incumbent will ensure that sensors adhere to all functional requirements and quality standards, and will support sensor delivery to satisfy all performance, cost, and timing objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage component-level technical requirements throughout the program development lifecycle.
• Lead technical collaboration with component suppliers, serving as the internal technical expert for the component.
• Ensure all components comply with specifications for performance KPIs, safety, and reliability.
• Guarantee that components adhere to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Design Release Engineers to ensure components meet the overall product's program targets and goals.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers to confirm that component requirements satisfy system needs and that selected components integrate seamlessly into the overall system architecture.
• Responsible for validating component functionality through hands-on testing conducted at both the bench and vehicle levels.
• Lead issue resolution with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams in a timely and effective manner.

What We’re Looking For:

• 7+ years of experience in automotive component design, development and integration.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Optoelectronics (or a related field).
• Demonstrated knowledge of optical systems, encompassing the construction and design of camera components.
• Experience with machine vision camera design, development and integration.
• Understanding of high-throughput Image Signal Processing (ISP) pipeline design and implementation.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols including CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, GMSL, and FPD-Link.
• Proficiency in Linux, including the ability to develop scripts (e.g., Python, C++) for testing, validation, and interaction with camera hardware.
• Familiarity with NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin / Thor architecture and developer kits.
• Experience with lab equipment, including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and function generators.
• Proficiency in automotive diagnostic tools, including Vector tools (CANoe, CANape, vFlash).
• Experience with automotive environmental, EMI, and shock/vibration testing.
• Experience in root-cause analysis, with a focus on utilizing AV / ADAS vehicle logs to pinpoint sensor impairments that negatively affect autonomous system performance.
• Familiarity with automotive components validation documentation and procedures, such as DVP&R, DFMEA and PFMEA.
• Experience with requirement compliance, issue-tracking and task management software platforms such as JIRA, Polarion, Confluence, etc.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with an automotive Tier-1 supplier on the technical development of electronic components.
• Understanding of vehicle integration, packaging, and functional safety standards (ISO 26262)
  
  

Bonus Points:

• Prior experience in automotive vision sensor hardware and software integration or ADAS technologies.
• Prior experience in an autonomous vehicle or robotics company.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

Mission Summary:

Our newly formed Design Release Engineering team, within the Vehicle Platform Engineering group, is seeking a highly motivated Staff Engineer to own the design release and integration of our autonomous vehicle’s compute and connectivity subsystem. This role serves as the primary technical authority for the end-to-end design, release, validation, and production readiness of our high-performance compute hardware and associated controllers. You will ensure robust technical execution, manage supplier and cross-functional alignment, and drive hardware delivery that meets all performance, cost, and timing objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Own the complete design release of the high-performance compute and connectivity hardware, including the mechanical mounting, alignment, thermal management, electrical interface, and vehicle network integration.
• Drive technical execution for the full product lifecycle, from concept and architecture definition to sustaining engineering and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the generation and release of all engineering documentation, including models and drawings, Bills of Material (BOM), specifications, and test reports, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level design.
• Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), ensuring successful validation against system performance targets.
• Lead the Engineering Change (ECN) process for compute and connectivity hardware, ensuring traceability, cost impact analysis, version control, and full cross-functional buy-in.
• Act as the primary technical and program interface to suppliers (Tier 1 and Tier 2), tracking part maturity through DV, PV, and PPAP phases to ensure tooling and delivery readiness.
• Build strong partnerships across the Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure seamless hardware integration and manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
• Lead technical program reviews and design readiness assessments, proactively developing risk mitigation plans to ensure compute hardware maturity aligns with program milestones and build events.
• Provide regular, concise updates to technical leadership on design maturity, validation progress, open issues, and timely closure metrics.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of experience in automotive hardware design and release engineering, with direct ownership of Domain Controllers, HPCs, or Telematics units.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (or a related field).
• Deep technical understanding of compute architectures, high-speed data buses, and wireless connectivity standards.
• Fundamental knowledge of validation documentation and processes, including DVP&R, DFMEA, and PFMEA.
• Expert-level experience with the manufacturing BOM and ECN processes, and a proven ability to manage technical discussions with external suppliers.
• Familiarity with CAD systems (e.g., NX, CATIA), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (including requirement management tools such as Polarion), and engineering release workflows.
• Strong understanding of vehicle integration, packaging, and functional safety standards (ISO 26262).
• Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and execute to aggressive program timelines with minimal oversight.
  
  

Bonus Points:

• Experience with advanced in-vehicle prototypes and benchtop systems.
• Proven track record of driving goal-level impact across multiple teams or subsystems.
• Prior experience in a fast-growing autonomous vehicle or robotics company.

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office and requires in-office days each week.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

Mission Summary:

Our newly formed Design Release Engineering team, within the Vehicle Platform Engineering group, is seeking a highly motivated Staff Engineer to own the design release and integration of  vehicle control and interface subsystems. This role serves as the primary technical authority for the end-to-end design, release, validation, and production readiness of key vehicle modules, including core systems such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Vehicle Interface Controllers (VIC), Cabin Monitoring Systems, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) hardware. You will ensure robust technical execution, manage supplier and cross-functional alignment, and drive hardware delivery that meets all performance, cost, and timing objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Own the complete design release of critical vehicle system hardware, including the mechanical mounting, alignment, thermal management, electrical interface, and vehicle network integration.
• Drive technical execution for the full product lifecycle, from concept and architecture definition to sustaining engineering and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the generation and release of all engineering documentation, including models and drawings, Bills of Material (BOM), specifications, and test reports, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level design.
• Collaborate closely with the base vehicle supplier (OEM partner) to ensure seamless mechanical, electrical, and network integration of the vehicle controllers and interface modules into the base vehicle architecture, managing shared Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), ensuring successful validation against system performance targets.
• Lead the Engineering Change (ECN) process for all assigned vehicle system modules, ensuring traceability, cost impact analysis, version control, and full cross-functional buy-in.
• Act as the primary technical and program interface to suppliers (Tier 1 and Tier 2), tracking part maturity through DV, PV, and PPAP phases to ensure tooling and delivery readiness.
• Build strong partnerships across the Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure seamless hardware integration and manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
• Lead technical program reviews and design readiness assessments, proactively developing risk mitigation plans to ensure compute hardware maturity aligns with program milestones and build events.
• Provide regular, concise updates to technical leadership on design maturity, validation progress, open issues, and timely closure metrics.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of experience in automotive hardware design and release engineering, with direct ownership of ADAS/Active Safety hardware, low-level vehicle controllers, or interior electronic modules preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (or a related field).
• Deep technical understanding of core vehicle control architectures (e.g., AEB and VIC) and automotive network topologies (e.g., CAN-FD, automotive ethernet).
• Technical knowledge of interior electronics and cockpit integration, including HMI ECUs/displays, cabin monitoring sensors, and their associated high-speed video/data protocols (e.g., GMSL, FPD-Link).
• Fundamental knowledge of validation documentation and processes, including DVP&R, DFMEA, and PFMEA.
• Expert-level experience with the manufacturing BOM and ECN processes, and a proven ability to manage technical discussions with external suppliers.
• Familiarity with CAD systems (e.g., NX, CATIA), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (including requirement management tools such as Polarion), and engineering release workflows.
• Strong understanding of vehicle integration, packaging, and functional safety standards (ISO 26262).
• Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and execute to aggressive program timelines with minimal oversight.
  
  

Bonus Points:

• Experience with advanced in-vehicle prototypes and benchtop systems.
• Proven track record of driving goal-level impact across multiple teams or subsystems.
• Prior experience in a fast-growing autonomous vehicle or robotics company.
  
  

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office and requires in-office days each week.

Mission Summary:

The Staff Systems Safety Engineer:

• Oversees the development and implementation of engineering safety processes for our autonomous vehicle systems
• Is responsible for reviewing hazards, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry safety standards (ISO 26262, SOTIF, and ASIL).
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and AI engineers, to ensure integration of safety into the design and validation of our AV system
  
  

Essential Duties:

• Ensure and oversee the development and implementation of  system safety processes for autonomous vehicle platforms.
• Ensure hazard analysis and risk assessments (HARA) for AV components and subsystems are conducted.
• Assist in the definition and verification of functional safety requirements in compliance with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448).
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and AI teams to integrate safety measures into perception, decision-making, and control systems.
• Support the development of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) for AV systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry safety standards, including SAE J3016, NHTSA, and UNECE WP.29.
• Ensure the development and execution of safety verification and validation plans, including simulation, testing, and real-world driving scenarios.
• Work with certification bodies and regulators to ensure safety case documentation and approval processes.
• Contribute to the development of safety culture within the organization by providing guidance and training
  
  

Qualifications:

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field 

Technical / Specialized Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 5+ years industry and 3+ years of experience in safety engineering for automotive, aerospace, or robotics systems.
• Strong knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262, SOTIF, ASIL).
• Knowledge of systems / software engineering standards (INCOSE, ISO15288, ASPICE CMMI)
• Experience with hazard analysis, risk assessment, and safety case development.
• Proficiency in safety analysis tools (e.g., Medini Analyze, Ansys, Fault Tree+, FMEA software).
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle architectures, including perception, planning, and control systems.
• Experience working with real-time embedded systems and software safety.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with machine learning safety challenges in AVs.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to vehicle safety (ISO/SAE 21434).
• Experience in safety assurance for AI-driven systems.
• Previous work with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or AV startups

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to the office environment, outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate. When traveling, the team member will be exposed to airports, airplanes, hotels and public transportation environments.

This role is based in our Pittsburgh or Las Vegas office and requires in-office days each week.

Mission Summary

You will be responsible for power and signal distribution design for Autonomous Vehicles. We are looking for someone who is proficient in hardware design life cycle, comfortable working in a high paced environment, and someone who can adapt quickly.  You will work cross functionally to gather details required for proper connections, generate system diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring harness diagrams, and assist with assembly and build documentation. You will also create detailed component and system qualification, validation test plans, and perform & oversee testing. 

We are looking for a detail-oriented problem-solver, able to employ critical thinking and time management skills and can work effectively both independently and in teams. Work with people of diverse backgrounds and develop creative and innovative ways to improve processes.

The Motional Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

What you'll be doing:

• Quickly gain a deep understanding of system architecture and specifications to implement the detailed electrical design of the AV system into a vehicle platform.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team to troubleshoot, test, and fix electrical and system issues in prototype vehicles and test fixtures.
• Support product design reviews.
• Review internal and external requirements and specification documentation.
• Perform worst case analysis and simulation to ensure compliance to system requirements.
• Generate system diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring harness diagrams, and assist with assembly and build documentation.
• Create detailed component and system qualification and validation test plans and perform / oversee testing.
• Support EMC certification testing and develop and maintain electrical DFMEA.
• Utilize structured problem-solving techniques for test failure resolution.

What we're looking for:

• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and assembly drawings.
• Lab equipment experience with power supplies, oscilloscopes function generators and multimeters.
• Familiarity with wire harness design process and software tools to help EE team design vehicle power and signal distribution
• Ability to multitask across various project activities and work with a global team.
• Ability to provide hands-on debugging as needed during testing and evaluation.
• Experience with other vehicle communication networks (CAN, CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet, LIN).
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering

You’re an engineer who is excited to work on cutting-edge software products and solutions using state-of-the-art computer vision and deep learning. You have a solid foundation in areas like detection, classification, segmentation, or tracking—whether through previous roles, internships, or research—and you’re eager to apply those skills in an impactful, production-focused environment.

You’re curious, motivated, and ready to learn from experienced teammates. You enjoy solving challenging technical problems, asking thoughtful questions, and collaborating with others to build high-quality software.

You’re excited about contributing to the perception stack for self-driving vehicles and learning what it means to build technology for safety-critical, open-world applications.

What you’ll be doing:

• Contribute to the design, development, and improvement of perception components that support downstream modules within the autonomy system.
• Help analyze perception system performance to identify areas for improvement and participate in efforts to address them.
• Work with teammates to explore creative approaches to “long-tail” challenges—for example, experimenting with synthetic data, data mining techniques, or new model architectures.
• Depending on your background and interests, you may also help optimize and deploy models to the vehicle, ensuring they operate within the constraints of our onboard hardware and meet our functional requirements and interface specifications.
• Interface with systems and safety engineers, test engineers, and data analysts to ensure appropriate requirements, test coverage, and performance metrics

What We’re Looking for:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field; or equivalent industry experience
• Solid understanding of fundamental deep learning concepts and computer vision techniques
• Experience building, training, or evaluating neural networks
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries like PyTorch or similar
• Exposure to software engineering fundamentals—version control, code reviews, testing, and collaborative development
• Clear communication skills and willingness to ask questions, share ideas, and work with others

Bonus Points:

• Previous experience with sensor fusion and/or previous exposure to the AV industry
• Experience shipping a “real” product and balancing ongoing support with next-generation innovation
• Exposure to safety-critical products or components
• Publications in relevant conferences (CVPR, ICML, NeurIPS, etc.)
• Strong programming skills in C++ and/or CUDA programming
• Experience with TensorRT and model quantization

Mission Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principle Level Tech Lead Manager to build and lead our new Machine Learning (ML) Acceleration team. This pivotal role will drive the strategy, development, and execution of initiatives aimed at significantly accelerating ML model training. The ultimate goal is to drastically reduce the development cycle for new ML models and enable rapid hot-patching for issues within our deployed autonomous vehicle services.

You will be a hands-on leader, blending deep technical expertise in ML systems and performance optimization with strong leadership and people management skills. You will recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:

• Team Leadership & Management:
• Build, lead, and manage a high-performing team of ML and infra engineers focused on acceleration.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and career development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Define team goals, priorities, and roadmap in alignment with company objectives.
  
  
• Technical Strategy & Execution:
• Define the technical vision and strategy for ML acceleration across the organization.
• Identify and evaluate cutting-edge technologies and methodologies for speeding up ML training, including but not limited to data pipeline optimization, large scale distributed training, data loader optimization, hardware acceleration, and model optimization techniques.
• Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient ML acceleration solutions.
  
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate closely with ML research, ML Training platform, and product teams to understand their needs and integrate acceleration solutions seamlessly.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Act as a technical expert and advocate for ML acceleration initiatives across the company.
  
  
• Impact & Measurement:
• Regularly measure and report on the impact of acceleration efforts.
• Continuously seek opportunities for further optimization and innovation.
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5+ years focused on Machine Learning systems, and model performance optimization.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical lead or management role, with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Extensive experience with large-scale ML model training and deployment, ideally in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  
  
• Technical Skills:
• Deep expertise in ML frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX.
• Proficiency in performance profiling and optimization techniques for Deep Neural Networks.
• Strong programming skills in Python; C++ experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of MLOps principles and practices.
  
  
• Leadership Skills:
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent.
• Proven ability to drive complex technical projects from conception to completion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Mission Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principle Level Tech Lead Manager to build and lead our new Machine Learning (ML) Acceleration team. This pivotal role will drive the strategy, development, and execution of initiatives aimed at significantly accelerating ML model training. The ultimate goal is to drastically reduce the development cycle for new ML models and enable rapid hot-patching for issues within our deployed autonomous vehicle services.

You will be a hands-on leader, blending deep technical expertise in ML systems and performance optimization with strong leadership and people management skills. You will recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:

• Team Leadership & Management:
• Build, lead, and manage a high-performing team of ML and infra engineers focused on acceleration.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and career development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Define team goals, priorities, and roadmap in alignment with company objectives.
  
  
• Technical Strategy & Execution:
• Define the technical vision and strategy for ML acceleration across the organization.
• Identify and evaluate cutting-edge technologies and methodologies for speeding up ML training, including but not limited to data pipeline optimization, large scale distributed training, data loader optimization, hardware acceleration, and model optimization techniques.
• Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient ML acceleration solutions.
  
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate closely with ML research, ML Training platform, and product teams to understand their needs and integrate acceleration solutions seamlessly.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Act as a technical expert and advocate for ML acceleration initiatives across the company.
  
  
• Impact & Measurement:
• Regularly measure and report on the impact of acceleration efforts.
• Continuously seek opportunities for further optimization and innovation.
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5+ years focused on Machine Learning systems and model performance optimization.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical lead or management role, with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Extensive experience with large-scale ML model training and deployment, ideally in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  
  
• Technical Skills:
• Deep expertise in ML frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX.
• Proficiency in performance profiling and optimization techniques for Deep Neural Networks.
• Strong programming skills in Python; C++ experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of MLOps principles and practices.
  
  
• Leadership Skills:
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent.
• Proven ability to drive complex technical projects from conception to completion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is located in the new Hazelwood Green development, a culmination of the city’s goal of restoring an economic driver to the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way. With views along the Monongahela river, the Pittsburgh office is in the heart of this new state of the art development.

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office and requires 5 in-office days each week.

Mission Summary:

As a Senior PLM/PDM Engineer, you will ensure Motional’s PLM/PDM systems and engineering toolchains operate smoothly and reliably. You will be the go-to expert for resolving and escalating issues related to CAD tools, data management, and PLM–ERP connectivity. You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, design, operations, and supplier teams to support day-to-day development activities while driving continuous improvement in processes and documentation.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure CAD tools, PLM/PDM systems, and engineering applications function properly; investigate, resolve, or escalate issues as needed.
• Develop and maintain documentation standards for the Hardware Engineering organization.
• Create and update CAD parts, assemblies, and libraries—including vehicle assemblies and vendor-provided models.
• Generate detailed 2D drawings (detail, section, assembly) following drafting standards and GD&T best practices.
• Support product development, sustainment initiatives, and internal department projects.
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and technicians to ensure engineering documents and drawings are complete, accurate, and consistent.
• Perform drawing checks and manage engineering change orders (ECO/CO), including BOM updates and routing.
• Manage file structures, metadata, references, and overall CAD data organization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve CAD-related issues across the organization.
• Create, maintain, and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Maintain and organize the CAD library to support scalable design workflows.
• Work closely with internal and external fabrication teams to support design release, scheduling, and installation on vehicles or hardware systems.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience with CAD data management systems; CATIA V5 and SolidWorks strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with 3D CAD tools (preferably CATIA V5 or SolidWorks).
• Skilled in developing 2D layouts in CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Solid working knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Experience with PLM tools, ideally PTC Windchill.
• Deep understanding of automotive and consumer-electronics connection systems.
• Ownership mindset with the ability to drive the CAD documentation process end-to-end—from design and release through fabrication, installation, schedule coordination, and change management.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work proactively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent planning, organization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel or Google Docs/Sheets.
• Experience with Jira, QuickBase, NetSuite, or Zip is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and ability to support production schedules and team priorities.
• Ability to multitask across multiple projects and timelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent industry experience with a proven ability to apply engineering principles in real-world applications.

Mission Summary:

Our Component Engineering Team in Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer for Radar Components to lead the development of next-generation radar technology powering advanced mobility systems. In this role, you’ll take ownership of radar component design from concept to production, defining requirements, selecting and managing suppliers, integrating systems, driving testing and validation, resolving issues, and ensuring production readiness. 

This is an onsite, hybrid position based in Pittsburgh, PA.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead technical supplier management, coordinating technical activities and project milestones across internal and external stakeholders.
• Compile, define, and maintain complete sets of requirements for radar components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Perception, Systems, Mechanical, Vehicle, Manufacturing, Quality, Software, Cybersecurity, Diagnostics, and Reliability teams.
• Develop and support testing for ML-based algorithms, including test design, planning, execution, and data collection.
• Lead radar acceptance, performance, and characterization testing to ensure robust system performance.
• Support and drive vehicle integration efforts for radar systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and oversee issue resolution to maintain quality and reliability.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on radar components and processes.

What we're looking for:

• Deep understanding of radar hardware, radar DSP, and radar testing and performance.
• Proven experience developing automotive radar components and radar system design.
• 5+ years of experience in the automotive or a related industry.
• Experience with multi-domain controllers, secure gateways, or ADAS controller development.
• Comfortable debugging, disassembling, modifying, and installing electrical and mechanical systems in vehicles.
• Strong ability to operate within rigid design, integration, and time constraints.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle electrical and networking systems (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate globally across teams and levels to drive project success.
• Self-motivated, organized, and flexible individual with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple diverse projects.
• Creative and resourceful problem-solver who ensures quality results independently and in teams.
• Hands-on vehicle integration experience, including wiring harnesses and packaging, is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (STEM) or a related field.

This position may require the use of power tools, as defined by OSHA (electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic, or powder-actuated tools). While performing job duties, employees may be required to convey and detect communication, remain stationary for up to 50% of the time, move within designated areas, and operate office equipment. The role may occasionally involve moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Mission Summary:

At Motional, we're transforming how autonomous vehicles discover critical intelligence hidden within petabytes of multimodal sensor data. Our next-generation autonomous driving stack depends on finding the rare edge cases, long-tail scenarios, and model errors that matter most. Omnitag, our ML-powered multimodal data mining framework, is the engine that powers this discovery.

As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer on the Data Mining team, your mission is to build the "Brain" of this engine: designing massive multimodal Teacher models that understand the world, and distilling them into hyper-efficient Student models that can scour exabytes of data in near real-time. You will work at the intersection of large-scale representation learning, retrieval optimization, and reasoning systems. Your work will directly influence how we compress knowledge into efficient encoders for fast search, and how we apply reinforcement learning to optimize data discovery workflows and intelligent querying. By building smarter mining tools, you will accelerate the entire model improvement lifecycle for teams working on post-training analysis, error diagnosis, and dataset curation.

What You'll Do:

• Architect and Train Distilled Models: Design and implement teacher-student model frameworks for multimodal sensor data. Develop training pipelines for knowledge distillation. Ensure student models maintain high accuracy while drastically reducing inference latency and memory footprint.
• Reinforcement Learning for Data Discover: Build RL-based policy learning and reasoning systems for autonomous driving applications. Implement and scale RL training workflows (e.g., PPO, DQN, actor-critic methods) for simulation and real-world interaction. Explore reward shaping, environment modeling, and multi-agent RL where applicable.
• Optimize Model Deployment for Real-Time Inference: Collaborate with backend engineers to deploy distilled and RL models into production. Optimize for latency, throughput, and hardware efficiency across GPU/CPU clusters. Implement model versioning, A/B testing, and monitoring for performance regressions.
• Research and Integrate Agentic Systems: Explore and prototype agentic workflows for autonomous reasoning, chain-of-thought prompting, and goal-directed behavior. Integrate such systems into our broader autonomy stack as experimental or production components.
• Drive Production Reliability: Establish patterns for graceful degradation, fault tolerance, and cost optimization. Operate Omnitag as a mission-critical data platform serving the entire ML organization, with a focus on reliability, debuggability, and operational excellence.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Work closely with ML scientists, data engineers, and autonomy teams to translate research advances into scalable engineering solutions. Guide junior engineers in best practices for model training, evaluation, and deployment.

What We're Looking For:

• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning engineering, with a focus on model post training, optimization, and deployment.
• Strong experience with model distillation or teacher-student training - practical knowledge of loss functions, training strategies, and evaluation of compressed models.
• Proven experience with reinforcement learning in production or research settings: policy optimization, reward design, simulation environments, and RL-based reasoning.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX).
• Strong software engineering fundamentals: testing, CI/CD, containerization, and system design.
• Experience deploying ML models in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and optimizing for inference.
• Demonstrated ability to ship production-grade ML systems and mentor team members.
• Demonstrated track record of shipping robust, well-tested, production-grade systems and mentoring junior engineers

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Haves):

• MS/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field.
• Experience with agentic systems, autonomous reasoning, chain-of-thought models, or LLM-based planning.
• Background in autonomous driving, robotics, or real-time decision-making systems.
• Familiarity with multimodal learning, sensor fusion, or embodied AI.
• Experience building active learning loops, using the model to find the data that breaks the model.
• Experience with ML-based data mining, active learning, or contrastive learning.
• Knowledge of model serving tools (TF Serving, Triton, TorchServe) and MLOps platforms.
• Publications or open-source contributions in RL, distillation, or efficient ML.
  
  

We encourage a hybrid schedule with in-office time at one of our locations in Boston, Pittsburgh, or Las Vegas to support collaboration, or this role can be fully remote.

Mission Summary:

As a seasoned expert in Perception Capabilities, you'll field cutting-edge software products and solutions using state-of-the-art computer vision and deep learning. Your breadth of experience spans critical problem areas like detection, classification, segmentation, and tracking, along with essential supporting functions such as data engines, labeling policies, training pipelines, model optimization, simulation, and testing. You're driven by seeing your work significantly impact the product, taking initiative and owning outcomes.

You're eager to apply these skills to the perception stack of self-driving vehicles. You understand the unique challenges of safety-critical, open-world applications and are committed to ensuring engineering excellence and rigorous evaluation.

You'll devise creative solutions to complex problems, collaborating with interdisciplinary, capability-focused teams across the organization to design, implement, and validate end-to-end solutions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the development and implementation of solutions that span across perception components and directly interface with downstream modules in the autonomy system.
• Analyze the performance of the perception subsystem to proactively identify potential limitations with respect to a set of system-level capabilities. Document potential hazards and lead the cross-team efforts to eliminate or mitigate them.
• Collaborate on innovative solutions to address “long tail” challenges. For example, developing techniques for synthetic data generation, advanced data mining, or leveraging language embeddings in our onboard models.
• Depending on your background and interests, you may also help optimize and deploy models to the vehicle, ensuring they operate within the constraints of our onboard hardware and meet our functional requirements and interface specifications.
• Interface with systems and safety engineers, test engineers, and data analysts to ensure appropriate requirements, test coverage, and performance metrics

What We’re Looking for:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field; or equivalent industry experience
• Strong leadership skills in executing large, complex technical initiatives
• Track record of successful interdisciplinary work and product-focused engineering
• Broad understanding of Deep Learning algorithms, architectures, and applications
• Experience designing, training, and analyzing neural networks for applications relevant to perception
• Fluency in Python, including common libraries for deep learning (PyTorch), scientific computing, and data analysis and visualization
• Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, including software design, source control management, build processes, code reviews, and  testing methods 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience mentoring and leading others

Bonus Points:

• Experience shipping a “real” product and balancing ongoing support with next-generation innovation
• Experience developing safety-critical products or components
• Publications in relevant conferences (CVPR, ICML, NeurIPS, etc.)
• Strong programming skills in C++ and/or CUDA programming
• Experience with TensorRT and model quantization

Motional’s global headquarters are located at 100 Northern Avenue in Boston, MA. Nestled in the bustling Seaport district with sweeping views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston, the office is located close to major transit lines and a quick walk to various restaurants and popular attractions.

Mission Summary:

Motional’s CORE team is responsible for our vehicle’s Compute and Onboard Runtime Environment. We are creating a world leading AI compute platform for autonomous vehicles. This is the system that executes the software and neural networks that make our vehicles autonomous. 

The Next-Gen Technologies team is part of CORE. We work at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, sensors, and hardware compute platforms to evolve Motional’s on-board vehicle architecture. If you are a software engineer and love the idea of working on embedded AI hardware and software systems to create the next generation of autonomous vehicles, we would love to talk with you. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a senior engineer in the Next-Gen Technologies team, you will help us improve the compute performance of our current generation and next-generation autonomous driving systems through participating in full lifecycle development from idea to proofs-of-concept to production. 

Specifically, you will:

• Focus deeply on ML model deployment, integration of multiple ML models, and ML model optimization on embedded compute platforms.
• Dive deep into the full ML software stack. Analyze ML workload performance on a variety of hardware processors, optimize ML models, improve ML software, and help us continually improve our stack through the application of efficient and effective ML approaches. 
• Design, develop, test, integrate, and optimize software and tools on a variety of ML compute architectures.
• Collaborate with deep learning experts in perception, prediction, and other autonomous driving application areas to enable algorithms on GPU, NPU, and other ML accelerator architectures.
• Optimize the utilization of GPU/NPU resources and sharing of GPU/NPU access across multiple programs running on the same system.
• Lead designs to determine the needs of the system and how to best meet those needs through continually improving our ML software stack.
• Advise peers and management on technical matters.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with machine learning accelerators, including GPUs, NPUs, TPUs, and their programming environments, including CUDA, TensorRT, or similar technologies.
• Strong experience with modern C++ development in a Linux environment.
• Experience with parallel and high-performance computing.
• Comfortable with experimentation and evaluating different options as we work towards finding solutions that work. 
• A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or similar technical field of study, or you have equivalent knowledge gained through your practical experience.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX, and/or other ML frameworks. 
• Experience with embedded systems development for ARM-based system-on-chip architectures.
• Experience working in a MLOps or DevOps environment.
• Passion for self-driving technology and its potential for positive impact on the world.
  
  

This role is hybrid from our Boston office. It requires two in-office days each week, ideally Tuesday and Thursday.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. 

The journey to developing our cutting-edge self-driving truck Driver software requires a massive and continuous computational effort. Every day, Aurora's engineers initiate and manage millions of compute tasks, systematically processing and analyzing petabytes of critical data. This colossal computational workload spans various essential domains, including raw and derived data processing pipelines, large-scale simulations to test and validate the software in countless scenarios, and the intensive machine learning training jobs that are the core of our autonomous system's intelligence.

At the heart of orchestrating this monumental compute infrastructure is the Compute team. This team is dedicated to building and maintaining the foundational technology that solves the fundamental challenges of resource scheduling, task isolation, and distributed state consistency across our massive batch compute fleet. At our scale, traditional off-the-shelf orchestrators break. The Compute team builds the custom engine - BatchAPI - that manages the lifecycle of millions of tasks - built on top of K8s primitives but implements our own custom scheduler.

We deal with the 'unsolved' problems of distributed computing: maximizing hardware utilization while ensuring that a failure in one node doesn't cascade across the entire cluster. This engine is engineered to handle massive scale, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and rapid turnaround for our engineers.

Furthermore, the Compute team empowers engineers across the company to effectively harness this compute power. They develop and maintain the Batch Workflows Python SDK. This framework provides an intuitive, high-level interface that allows engineers to programmatically define, construct, deploy, monitor, and manage their complex computational workloads. The SDK abstracts away the complexities of the underlying infrastructure, enabling engineers to focus purely on the logic and goals of their data processing, simulation, or training tasks, thus accelerating the entire development cycle for the Aurora Driver.

In this role you will

• Design, implement, and maintain core components of the high-performance, large-scale distributed batch compute engine (BatchAPI). Architect and optimize the scheduler, resource allocator, and execution engine of BatchAPI to handle bursty, heterogeneous workloads with minimal overhead.
• Design low-latency APIs and resilient communication protocols that bridge our Python SDK with the Golang-based core engine.
• Develop high-level workflow abstractions, enabling engineers across the company to programmatically define, deploy, and manage complex data processing, simulation, and ML training pipelines. 
• Solve complex problems in distributed locking, throttling, and fair-share scheduling to ensure multi-tenant stability.
• Drive continuous improvements in the performance, scalability, and resilience of the entire compute infrastructure, implementing robust monitoring and alerting systems to maintain operational excellence for critical workflows.
• Collaborate closely with infrastructure and product engineering teams (e.g., Autonomy, Data, Simulation, Machine Learning) to gather requirements, provide expert consultation, and integrate compute workflows with key company systems.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Deep expertise in Golang (for core systems) and Python (for SDK/API layering).
• Strong understanding of distributed systems fundamentals (e.g., CAP theorem, consensus algorithms, or gossip protocols).
• Experience with performance profiling and tuning (e.g., memory management, I/O bottlenecks, or network latency optimization).
• Specialized knowledge of container orchestration systems like Kubernetes.
• Proven track record of driving continuous performance, scalability, and resilience improvements in production environments managing critical data.
• Familiarity with cloud provider compute and data services (e.g., AWS EKS, S3, RDS).

Desirable qualifications

• Experience working with computational workloads specific to the autonomous vehicle, robotics, or large-scale machine learning domains (e.g., data processing for perception, simulation, or model training).
• Demonstrated ability in creating and refining user-facing tools, including adeptness at incorporating user feedback, managing expectations, and effectively prioritizing development based on user needs.
• Web UI development experience (Typescript, React)

 #LI- #Mid-Senior 

The base salary range for this position is  $146,000 - $234,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

What we are looking for

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Senior Software Engineer - Camera Systems.

In this role, you will

• Develop software for hardware calibration, benchtop testing, and sensor data collection tools
• Partner tightly with Hardware, Firmware, and Software engineering teams to drive successful execution and delivery of software applications
• Simplify release management, bootstrapping, and deployment of applications
• Improve flexibility and testability of software to simplify updates and changes requested by customers.

Required Qualifications

• BS / MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics or related field and 5+ years of cumulative experience
• Ability to read and develop production quality software in C++ and Python
• Experience developing end-to-end solutions (HW, SW, integration)
• Experience with fault-tolerant software system design and automation
• Knowledge of sensor fusion (camera, lidar, IMU, etc) concepts and experience with its data and calibration
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment.
• Strong technical and non-technical communication skills.

The base salary range for this position is $146,000 - $234,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

We’re searching for a Hardware Systems Quality Engineer. The primary objective of this role is to ensure quality in manufacturing, supply chain, and vehicle integration in support of the development and production of the Aurora Driver.  A successful candidate is data-driven, excels at complex problem solving, has a strong quality and product focused mindset, and can lead cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate systemic problems, issues and risks.

In this role you will

• Lead, develop, and support test and inspection plan creation in accordance with required specifications.
• Perform tests and inspections according to Quality plans and procedures to record & analyze data, document and report results.
• Create and maintain documentation and records of test operations.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and perform general root cause analysis for software and hardware faults and defects. 
• Perform cable and harness assembly testing and troubleshooting.
• Operate inspection and test fixtures or equipment, with ability to train others as required.
• Support the activities related to non-conforming product(s) and returned material authorization activities (Material Review Board).
• Participate in audit and manufacturing process audit activities.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.

Required qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality, autonomous vehicle manufacturing, electro-mechanical assembly operations, robotics or equivalent field experience.
• Experience with programming and scripting (C++, Python or equivalent).
• Experience debugging complex electronic assemblies and/or manufacturing cable assemblies.
• Ability to understand electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Desirable qualifications

• IPC 610 and IPC 620 certification(s).
• Experience working with autonomous vehicles.
• Experience with GitHub.
• Experience with automotive manufacturing and quality specifications.
• Ability to travel to company locations in the continental U.S.

The base salary range for this position is $112,000-$180,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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#Mid-Senior

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are excited about building the future of transportation that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient & accessible for all. We are searching for an exceptional Staff-level Backend Software Engineer to join the Aurora Services Engineering team and take on a critical role in building Aurora's suite of fleet management tools.

The Aurora Services Engineering team creates full-stack solutions including backend services, web apps, mobile apps, and real-time onboard code that enable commercial operation of autonomous vehicle fleets at scale. Our mission is to build the software that drives the commercial side of our platform such as assigning work to autonomous vehicles, providing remote support, managing a fleet of vehicles, and receiving orders from customers. As Aurora prepares to massively scale its fleet and integrate with partners on an API level, the tools we build are critical to the efficient daily operation of our business.

As a Staff Backend Software Engineer you will join a team which builds solutions for autonomous vehicle terminal operations: launching and landing vehicles at locations owned by Aurora and its largest customers. You will add new features to existing products and greenfield completely new ones. Your contributions will have a significant impact on the way terminal operations function at Aurora.

In this role, you will

• Design complex systems from the ground up, working closely with software, hardware, and infrastructure engineering teams along with other stakeholder teams within Aurora.
• Embrace AI tools to add new features which delight our users, along with improving frontend, backend, and onboard engineering efficiency.
• Build backend services running in Aurora’s AWS cloud used to monitor and manage the location and activity of our entire autonomous fleet.
• Establish technology and infrastructure to scale our products with high availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including Security, Product, Design, Safety, and Cloud Platform to achieve company milestones.
• Send suggestions and receive updates from vehicles in real time in order to ensure the safe operation of Aurora’s autonomous fleet.
• Contribute to and evolve our team culture around mentorship, feedback, collaboration, and engineering excellence.

You will be a good fit if you have

• Phenomenal communication skills. We build software with people and for people. You know how to write an effective technical spec, provide feedback to others, translate technical concepts into lay terms, and incorporate feedback into your efforts. You value and practice openness, empathy, kindness, and collaboration.
• A preference for action. You will use good judgment to balance speed and quality. You will deliver products that are built in a responsible and sustainable way. You will use a self-starter mentality to thrive in a growing environment where all hands are on deck, and consider no obstacle too big or too small. You will notice where there is a need and will hustle to fill it.
• The drive to make teams stronger. You're excited to work hard and fast to the finish line on new opportunities with a collaborative and integrated team. You will be proactive in engaging conflict with openness, patience and kindness in an environment where it is safe to lean on each other and learn from failures.
• Motivation to own the product lifecycle end to end. You’re happy to engage with our product and design teams and our internal customers to understand their needs and find ways to meet them. You ensure that product development stays on course all the way through release and post-release support.
• Strong backend service engineering skills. We use modern technologies to build our products including Golang, Python, C++, gRPC, Kubernetes, and AWS. We’re happy to help you learn and adapt to our stack.
• Experience working with databases and caches such as Postgres and Redis.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 6+ years of industry experience with a  focus on high-availability cloud services.

Desirable experience

• Experience taking a SaaS development project into production at scale.
• Experience building gRPC services using Golang.
• Experience with IoT devices and Over-the-Air communication.
• Experience with Kubernetes, including service configuration, monitoring and deployment.
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Experience with fleet management solutions for robots, vehicles, or aerial drones.
• Experience with external customer facing software including production rollout with real customers.

The base range for this position is $171,000 - $273,000.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Software Engineer for the Autonomy Integration Team (Functional Architecture)!

In this role, you will

• Work within our Autonomy Integration team to develop infrastructure and integrate software with a modern C++ autonomy stack.
• Interact with autonomy planning and control software, remote assist software, and vehicle platform commands and monitoring.
• Develop fault monitoring of autonomy subsystems. 
• Develop software that will directly influence on-road behavior of autonomous vehicles including mode of operation, fault management, and health monitoring.
• Work with software/hardware interfaces including embedded system simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle system level testing.
• Build tools to automate testing and analysis of the motion planning subsystem to assist in verification to safety-critical coverage standards.
• Development in Linux-based environments or embedded platform.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of applied industry experience in software development using modern robotics frameworks
• Proficient in C++ and C code, including experience with distributed or embedded applications
• Knowledge of software architecture design best practices
• Familiarity with modern communication technologies and networking protocols (CAN, TCP and UDP)
• Working knowledge of software analysis, linting, and testing tools

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated, safety critical, or quality managed environment
• Experience with autonomous vehicles or related robotics fields
• Familiarity with Motion Planning algorithms or control systems of automotive, aerospace, robotics, or similar systems

The base salary range for this position is $126K - $181.5K per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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#Mid-Senior 

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Software Engineer II - Vehicle Control.

In this role, you will

• Work within our control team to develop infrastructure and integrate embedded software with a modern C++ autonomy stack.
• Interact with autonomy planning and control software, embedded layer software, and vehicle platform commands and monitoring.
• Develop frameworks for robotics software that is run across multiple hardware devices.
• Develop software that will directly influence on-road behavior of autonomous vehicles including mode of operation, fault management, and health monitoring.
• Work with software/hardware interfaces including embedded system simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle system level testing.
• Build tools to automate testing and analysis of the control subsystem to assist in verification to safety-critical coverage standards.
• Development in Linux-based environments as well as RTOS embedded environments.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in software development using modern robotics frameworks
• Proficient in C++/C and python, including experience with embedded applications
• Knowledge of software architecture design best practices
• Familiarity with modern communication technologies and networking protocols (CAN, TCP/IP)
• Working knowledge of software analysis, linting, and testing tools
• Experience in systems-level programming

Desirable Qualifications 

• Experience in a regulated, safety critical, or quality managed environment
• Familiarity with control systems of automotive, aerospace, robotics, or similar systems

The base salary range for this position is $126,000-$201,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits. 

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#Associate

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. Aurora is seeking a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer for the Compute Product Engineering team within the HPE (Hardware Product Engineering) group.

The HPE Mechanical Design team is responsible for the development of all custom hardware modules in the Aurora Driver Kit (ADK) including Compute modules, Sensor Pods, and Lidar. The team works cross-functionally with EE, layout, CAE, Reliability, EMC, NPI, Operations, and other R&D teams to deliver the robust, scalable electro-mechanical solutions that power the Aurora Driver. Our team starts development at the earliest stages of product scoping and technology exploration and carries products through mass production at scale with our manufacturing partners.

Role Overview

In this role, you will lead the development of our next-generation Aurora Driver Module, which consists of the integration of our Primary Computer and Electronic Control Units for our autonomous vehicle platform known as the Aurora Driver. This role owns mechanical architecture from concept through production, driving robust, manufacturable designs for compute hardware deployed in safety-critical environments. In addition, you will support and sustain products driving autonomously on roads today. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role at the intersection of mechanical design, electronics packaging, and vehicle integration, with responsibility for setting technical direction and mentoring engineers.

In this role you will

• Lead mechanical design and architecture of ECU systems, including enclosures, thermal management, structural design, and packaging
• Own full lifecycle development: concept → prototype → validation → production release 
• Define system-level requirements and translate into detailed mechanical designs and specifications
• Design for high-performance compute systems including:
• Thermal solutions (passive/active cooling, application of TIMs, design of heat sinks)
• EMI/EMC shielding and grounding strategies
• Shock/vibration durability for automotive environments
• Optimize packaging for space, weight, thermal constraints, and serviceability
• Prototyping & Validation
• Drive rapid prototyping, bring-up, and iterative validation of ECU hardware
• Partner with Reliability to develop and execute validation plans (DV/PV)
• Lead root cause analysis and design improvements based on test data 
• Manufacturing & Production
• Partner with manufacturing and suppliers for DFM/DFA optimization
• Own transition from prototype to production-grade designs 
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Work closely with electrical, firmware, software, and vehicle integration teams
• Drive system-level tradeoffs across multiple domains for critical decision making
• Provide technical leadership, design reviews, and mentorship to junior engineers

Required Qualifications

• BS / MS in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) and 8+ years of industry experience in Mechanical Design
• Proficient in CAD design & 2D drawing creation using GD&T, Catia 3DX preferred
• Prior experience with Contractor Manufacturers in high volume settings, including DFM/DFA, build support, and ECO processes.
• Experience designing for harsh environments including shock/vibration and temperature cycling with long term durability
• Experience mitigating EMI/EMC through specifications for connector selection, board-level shielding, and wiring harnesses.
• Ability to apply a deep understanding of both structural and thermal engineering principles to assess designs and validate simulation outcomes
• Proficiency in generating 2D tolerance analysis, including the application of Root Sum Squares (RSS) and Monte Carlo when appropriate
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes common to electromechanical products
• Experience identifying critical failure modes and reaction plans to mitigate failures
• Experience in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of product and fleet issues
• Experience working in multidisciplinary environments (mechanical + electrical + software)
• Strong presentation and documentation skills for participating in critical design decisions
• Willingness to travel within the US 1-2 times a year and internationally 1-2 times a year

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with automotive ECUs or high-performance compute systems and integration into vehicles
• Experience with high power, high thermal density, and high speed electronics (for example, server / networking design, avionics design, etc) and deep understanding of their integration challenges
• Past experience with FEA & CFD, specifically for integrated electronics (Ansys + Icepak preferred)
• Experience designing mechanical control outlines (MCO) of PCB assemblies
• Experience with designing to Automotive standards, like ISO 16750 and similar
• Ability to lead DFMEA creation and execution with a clear understanding of failure modes and mechanisms for electro-mechanical products in a safety critical environment
• Experience with supplier management, PPAP, and production ramping
• Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, and/or automotive vehicle design
• Proven experience with manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to, High Pressure Die Casting, CNC Milling, Stampings, and Press Brake Bending.

The base salary range for this position is $163,000 - $236,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

#Mid-Senior 

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. 

We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join our Performance Engineering and Optimization (PeO) team. As a technical leader in this high-impact group, you will spearhead efforts to push the boundaries of our system's efficiency, ensuring our technology remains at the forefront of the industry. This is a rare opportunity to own the performance roadmap for a commercialized product, tackling complex, large-scale engineering challenges that directly influence the reliability and speed of our fielded environment.

In this role you will

• Lead cross-functional performance initiatives to identify and resolve systemic bottlenecks, significantly improving end-to-end latency and system throughput.
• Architect and implement advanced system instrumentation frameworks to provide deep visibility into modern OS-level performance metrics.
• Drive the technical strategy for C/C++ optimization, mentoring junior engineers and establishing best practices for high-performance systems-level programming.
• Collaborate with product and infrastructure teams to ensure that performance remains a core pillar throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design to field deployment.
• Analyze and interpret complex telemetry data from fielded environments to proactively address performance regressions and optimize resource utilization.

Required qualifications

• 8–10+ years of professional experience in systems-level programming
• Lead C/C++ optimization and system instrumentation to improve latency and throughput.
• Experience delivering and supporting a commercialized product in a fielded environment.
• Hands-on expertise with modern OS-level instrumentation toolkits 

Desirable qualifications

• Proven track record of technical leadership for large-scale performance engineering projects within the autonomous vehicle or robotics industry.
• Deep familiarity with Linux kernel internals, memory management, and hardware-software co-design principles.
• Experience with specialized profiling tools (e.g., eBPF, perf, or Ftrace) and automated performance regression testing suites.
• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on systems performance.

The base salary range for this position is $171,000.00-$273,000.00 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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Aurora’s Product Security team’s mission is to discover, mitigate, and prevent security risks in the software, hardware, and services developed by Aurora.

Our team is responsible for ensuring the secure design and implementation of secure technologies used by the Aurora Driver as well as continually improving the assurance levels of security across all of Aurora’s Products.  This team is also responsible for developing, contributing and documenting security engineering processes and the resulting product security requirements used by the company. Additionally team members support and perform technical security assessments, threat modeling, security code reviews and vulnerability testing to highlight and document risks. This team works closely with engineers across Aurora as well as 3rd party partners to design and proactively integrate initiatives to enhance security across a wide variety of software or hardware domains and technology stacks.

In this role you will:

• Provide consulting and advisory services to engineering teams heavily focused on automotive cybersecurity
• Work directly with engineering and non-engineering teams to drive improvements in internal processes, procedures and technical fundamentals through threat modeling and requirements development
• Develop, document, improve, implement and execute cybersecurity best practices and processes for autonomous vehicles across internal and external engineering partners
• Perform technical automotive cybersecurity assessments and reviews, research, uncover, and reproduce vulnerabilities, design secure protocols and systems, and write tests and fuzzers to drive architecture changes
• Assess the risks across the Aurora Driver Platform and prioritize high value components (software and/or hardware) for critical and high security vulnerabilities
• Conduct research to identify new and novel attack vectors against Aurora’s products and services
• Review, develop and document secure operational best practices, and provide security guidance for engineers and various internal and external partners 

Required Qualifications:

• Foundational knowledge of Automotive Cybersecurity (ISO21434/UNECE/NHTSA)
• Foundational knowledge of operating system security for Linux
• Foundational knowledge of the CWE Top 25
• Develop, document and execute structured processes and procedures around automotive cybersecurity
• Ability to write proficiently in C++, Golang and Python
• Ability to assess software and/or hardware components with and without full knowledge
• Ability to work well with other assessment members and engineering partners
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience in one or more of the following: risk assessment, threat modeling, incident and emergency response, OS hardening, vulnerability management, pentesting, offensive security or cryptographic protocols and concepts
• Experience in vulnerability discovery and analysis, design review, and code-level security reviews
• Experience in, and technical knowledge of security engineering, computer and network security, authentication and security protocols, and applied cryptography.
• Experience with assessment, development, implementation, and documentation of a comprehensive and broad set of security technologies and processes

Desirable Qualifications:

• Relevant automotive cybersecurity work experience
• Relevant experience with Automotive Cybersecurity Frameworks (ISO21434/UNECE/NHTSA)
• Relevant work experience in offensive security, penetration testing or red teaming
• Experience implementing various Defense in Depth Strategies to address dynamic threats across various software and hardware stacks.
• Ability and desire to write production-quality code in C++, Golang, or Python
• Experience evaluating the security of software, hardware and services
• Foundational knowledge of embedded firmware security and hardware security, preferably in the robotics or automotive space
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS) and infrastructure-as-code
• Familiarity with Trusted Platform Modules, HSMs, and trusted boot
• A history of giving back to the security industry via open source contributions, published papers, or conference presentations

The base salary range for this position is $171,000 - $250,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Rumble is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer (Data Center) responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of critical data center infrastructure.

As a key member of the Data Center Services Team, you will:

• Build, configure, and deploy physical and virtual servers for various applications.
• Perform ongoing maintenance, upgrades, and health checks on servers.
• Develop and run scripts for automation of administrative and configuration management tasks (Ansible, Terraform).
• Perform OS and security patching and upgrades.
• Diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently and effectively.
• Monitor infrastructure-related tickets and respond within established SLAs.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, processes, and procedures.
• Travel to data center locations as required to support operations.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with and building virtual machine–based solutions.
• 3+ years of experience building container-based solutions.
• 3+ years of hands-on Linux administration experience (RHEL, Ubuntu, Rocky), including enterprise server administration (hardware and OS).
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a high-performing team.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in documentation.
• Ability to think creatively and propose non-traditional or innovative solutions. And has the capacity to implement in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with security and compliance
• Experience with Proxmox or similar open-source virtual machine environments and containers.
• Working knowledge of installation and basic administration of open-source databases.
• Networking experience (load balancing, firewalls, DNS).
• Strong awareness of security and compliance best practices.
• Python and Bash scripting experience.
• Familiarity with Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity (DR/BC) processes.

Desired Qualifications

• Linux certification, CompTIA A+, or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience with one or more programming languages.

Annual Compensation Range: 

$107,000 - $134,000 USD base + benefits + equity (If based in the United States)

$84,000 - $106,000 CAD base + benefits + equity (If based in Canada)

Note: The salary range listed for this position is a good faith estimate based on experience, qualifications, and internal compensation structure. The actual salary offered varies depending on the candidate's skill level and experience. This posting refers to an active vacancy within the organization.

The Role:

ElevateBio is seeking an Automation Engineer II to play a key role in owning the BaseCamp facilities controls and automation systems. This role develops support models to ensure reliable operations, manages vendor and software support contracts, and provides technical support for manufacturing, quality, and research automated systems. The Automation Engineer II supports capital projects and facility expansions, ensures new assets are integrated into the automation infrastructure, troubleshoots manufacturing equipment, and partners closely with Quality and Validation to ensure compliance and system readiness.

Success in this role requires strong system ownership, collaboration, and a customer focused mindset. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in facility controls and infrastructure such as BMS, BAS, BacNet, and MTPS; automation systems including SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, and data historians; and regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and data integrity. A passion for learning, attention to detail, and hands on problem solving are essential. Robust, lean automation and data collection are critical to supporting ElevateBio’s strategy to rapidly launch next generation cell and gene therapies for patients.

 Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Manage control and automation systems projects through the entire project life cycle and ensure that systems are maintained in compliance state after go live.
• Work hand in hand with Facilities, Engineering, MSAT and Operations teams to support their projects and operational needs
• Troubleshoot issues with facilities control systems, automation systems or related infrastructure to ensure and improve manufacturing performance (e.g. yield improvements, etc.) while maintaining all those systems in compliance with cGMPs.
• Provide configuration, development, and break/fix day-to-day support of automation systems.
• Manage automation system documentation and SOPs, prepare technical and user documentation, and conduct system training
• Lead automation-related investigations into Quality Event Reports and implement the necessary corrective actions.
• Lead system maintenance and manage automation life cycle (review application patching, document test plans, and execute test scripts)
• Coordinate with business users for development of reports (batch, material, audit trails, etc.) to support efficient operations.
• Manage automation contractors supporting projects, day-to-day systems operations, planned and unplanned maintenance activities and ensure they comply with safety and quality systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related technological field
• 6+ years’ experience in life-science regulated environment (e.g. FDA) with working knowledge of the regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical applications  
• 4+ years’ experience integrating/interfacing equipment to control systems via OPC, Ethernet IP, etc.
• Experience with PLCs (e.g. Allen Bradley & Siemens), SCADA (e.g. Ignition), Batch Operations (S88/S95), OSI Soft Pi Historian, BMS/BAS (e.g. Siemens Desigo)
• Control panel and automation hardware and infrastructure design experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of 21CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GAMP5
• Requires working in an pharmaceutical industrial manufacturing environment including gowning, desired with experience in aseptic operations.