Senior Software Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Performance Metrics

Join our innovative team at Motional as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Autonomous Vehicle Performance Metrics. In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the performance and functionality of our cutting-edge autonomous vehicles. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts to develop algorithms, analyze data, and contribute to the evolution of autonomous driving technologies.

Mission OverviewAs a Senior Electrical Engineer within the Vehicle Platform Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in designing power and signal distribution systems for Autonomous Vehicles. We seek an individual proficient in the hardware design lifecycle, who thrives in a dynamic environment and can quickly adapt to evolving challenges. You will collaborate cross-functionally to gather essential details for establishing connections, generate comprehensive system diagrams, electrical schematics, and wiring harness diagrams, and assist in the creation of assembly and build documentation. Additionally, you will develop detailed component and system qualification, validation test plans, and lead testing efforts.We value detail-oriented problem solvers with strong critical thinking and time management skills who can effectively work both independently and as part of a team. You will engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and contribute to innovative processes that enhance our work.The Motional Pittsburgh office is situated in the state-of-the-art Hazelwood Green development, embodying the city's commitment to revitalizing the neighborhood in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable manner. With beautiful views along the Monongahela River, our office is at the heart of this vibrant new community.

Role overview This Senior Software Engineer position at Aurora Innovation centers on sensor infrastructure for autonomous vehicles. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the role involves building and refining software that supports the sensor systems critical to self-driving technology. What you will do Design and implement software solutions to strengthen the sensor infrastructure Collaborate with engineers to develop new algorithms and enhance existing ones Optimize system performance for a range of sensor technologies Help improve the reliability and effectiveness of sensors used in autonomous vehicles Collaboration Work closely with a team of experienced engineers. Share knowledge, solve technical problems together, and contribute to advancing Aurora's sensor capabilities.

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Hazelwood Green campus) Motional’s Pittsburgh team operates from Hazelwood Green, an area known for its focus on sustainable urban development. The office offers river views and encourages collaboration among staff. Role overview The Supervisor of Autonomous Vehicle Testing Operations manages the daily activities of the Testing Specialist (TS) team. This position acts as the main point of contact for the TS group, working closely with Engineering leadership to refine testing protocols and operational standards. The supervisor resolves day-to-day challenges and coordinates efforts with Engineering, Learning & Development, Safety, and Operations to ensure testing runs smoothly. Main responsibilities Coordinate Testing Specialist schedules and vehicle assignments with Operations Supervisors Oversee daily and weekly testing operations alongside the Operations team Communicate timely updates to Testing Specialists regarding vehicle allocation and software bundle requirements Review Development Tickets for safety concerns before scheduling tests Work with the Triage Team to review DriveLogs as needed Collect, monitor, and analyze key data for daily vehicle testing Lead special projects, including high-visibility vehicle demonstrations for internal and external audiences Handle basic troubleshooting for IT and autonomous vehicle systems Participate in daily briefings, either via Zoom or in person Review weekly 15Five feedback forms Mentor and coach Testing Specialists in their roles Performance management Conduct bi-weekly 15Five reviews with team members Lead bi-annual performance evaluations to support team development and growth

Motional’s Pittsburgh office is based in Hazelwood Green, overlooking the Monongahela River. The team here works in a modern space that highlights both innovation and a commitment to sustainable community growth. Role overview The Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator (Day Shift) plays a key part in safely operating prototype autonomous vehicles in a range of real-world conditions. This position calls for steady attention to detail, reliable communication, and a strong focus on safety as Motional develops future transportation technology. Main responsibilities Drive prototype autonomous vehicles safely on public roads and test tracks in various settings. Manage in-vehicle data recording: start and stop recordings, mark important data, and address minor technical issues as they arise. Share clear and helpful feedback with engineering teams about how vehicles perform. Correctly interpret and obey traffic signs and signals. Communicate in English with public safety officials when necessary. Stay updated on Motional’s operational guidelines and local traffic laws. Arrive punctually, with valid driving credentials and ready for the shift. Carry out thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure all vehicle systems are functioning. Maintain the assigned vehicle and its components according to company expectations. Complete accident and incident reports as required. Respond appropriately to emergency situations, following company procedures. Follow all safety policies and protocols at all times. Provide quality service to passengers if the situation requires.

Latitude AI (lat.ai) is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge automated driving technologies, including Level 3 systems for Ford vehicles. Our mission is to transform the driving experience, making travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for all.As part of the Latitude team, you will collaborate with leading experts in machine learning, robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors, and safety engineering. Together, we are dedicated to making a significant, positive impact on the driving experience for millions.Operating as a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, Latitude maintains the agility of a tech startup while developing automated driving technologies. Our headquarters is in Pittsburgh, with additional engineering centers in Dearborn, Michigan, and Palo Alto, California.Join Our Team:The Performance Prediction team is responsible for creating machine learning models, evaluation pipelines, and internal tools that enable us to monitor how autonomous behavior evolves with each software release. We tackle challenges in behavior classification, ride quality assessment, probabilistic trajectory forecasting, and regression analysis for releases.Our systems integrate both classical and modern ML approaches, employing compact classifiers like tree-based models for behavior and ride quality detection, as well as deep learning models for complex autonomy tasks. We also develop the software infrastructure around these models, including dataset definition, feature generation, training workflows, offline metrics, experiment tracking, and tools for regression inspection at detailed levels.This position is ideal for those who thrive on developing reliable Python systems and implementing rigorous ML evaluation methods in safety-critical environments. The work involves a blend of ML systems development, model evaluation, and internal tooling used by various teams across the autonomy spectrum.

About UsAt Aurora, our mission is to provide safe, fast, and widespread access to self-driving technology.Explore The Aurora Driver which aims to usher in a new era of mobility and logistics, making transportation safer, more efficient, and more accessible to everyone.Join a team of passionate and intelligent individuals as we tackle complex challenges and expand our expertise. For the latest updates, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.Aurora is committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds to build a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, ensures timely delivery of goods, and improves mobility for all.We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Vehicle Data Management team. This team is responsible for managing data flows, including autonomy sensor data, vehicle logs, simulations, models, and training sets. The ideal candidate will design and implement systems that facilitate efficient communication between physical offloaders and cloud infrastructure.Your Role:Design and implement scalable on-vehicle/offload and cloud data systems that can handle hundreds of petabytes of multimodal data (sensor, log, simulation, and ML datasets).Enhance the reliability and performance of offline data workflows, focusing on throughput, latency, and discoverability (indexing, metadata, search).Create internal tools, libraries, and operational patterns to evolve and scale data pipelines.Manage key services end-to-end, including design, implementation, rollout, operational management, observability, and incident response.Collaborate directly with stakeholders across onboard systems, autonomy, ML, and infrastructure to deliver effective solutions.

About Us:At Glydways, we are redefining the concept of public transportation. We believe that mobility opens doors to opportunities—connecting individuals to housing, education, jobs, commerce, and healthcare. By enhancing transportation accessibility, affordability, and sustainability, we empower communities to flourish and unlock economic and social growth.Our mission is to transform transit through a solution that provides high capacity, outstanding user experiences, unmatched affordability, and minimal environmental footprint.The Glydways system is an innovative network of carbon-neutral, interconnected transit pathways driven by standardized autonomous vehicles on dedicated roadways. Available 24/7 with on-demand access, it offers personalized and efficient travel without the burden of heavy upfront infrastructure costs or ongoing taxpayer subsidies.With Glydways, we are not just developing a transportation system; we are crafting a future where everyone has the freedom to move freely and easily.Join Our Team:The Onboard Integration team is responsible for creating the software foundation that powers every Glydways vehicle. We operate within the Embedded Platform & Integration group and collaborate closely with Vehicle Hardware, Autonomy, Safety, and Track Operations to ensure seamless integration of components into a unified system on the road.Our work includes streaming data from new sensors, controlling vehicle actuators, developing our custom embedded Linux OS, integrating machine learning frameworks, and creating tools for live track operations. We are the glue that keeps vehicles and teams moving forward. We prioritize engineers who thrive in ambiguity, can extract meaningful insights from complex systems, and deliver results efficiently.

Join Motional’s Pittsburgh Team!Our Pittsburgh office is situated in the innovative Hazelwood Green development, a significant step towards revitalizing the neighborhood with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. Enjoy stunning views of the Monongahela River while working in this state-of-the-art facility.Mission Overview:We are on the lookout for a dedicated Staff Design Release Engineer to become a key player in our newly established Design Release Engineering team within the Vehicle Platform Engineering group. This position will be responsible for the design release and seamless integration of vehicle control and interface subsystems, acting as the primary technical authority for essential vehicle modules such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Vehicle Interface Controllers (VIC), Cabin Monitoring Systems, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) hardware. Your role is crucial in ensuring technical excellence, fostering supplier collaboration, and guaranteeing hardware delivery that aligns with performance, cost, and timing goals.Your Responsibilities:Lead the complete design release process for critical vehicle system hardware, focusing on mechanical mounting, alignment, thermal management, electrical interfaces, and network integration.Drive technical execution throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development to sustaining engineering and continuous enhancements.Oversee the creation and release of comprehensive engineering documentation, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level design.Work closely with OEM partners to guarantee smooth mechanical, electrical, and network integration of controllers and interface modules.Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) to validate against system performance criteria.Manage the Engineering Change (ECN) process, ensuring traceability, cost impact assessments, and cross-functional agreement.Serve as the primary technical contact for suppliers, monitoring part readiness through various development phases.Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams for flawless hardware integration and performance.

Join us at latitude as a Senior Software Engineer - Motion Planning where you will be at the forefront of developing advanced motion planning algorithms. This role is crucial in enhancing our autonomous systems and requires a blend of creativity and technical expertise. You will collaborate with a talented team to innovate and create solutions that shape the future of mobility.

About the Role Motional is hiring a Senior Component Systems Engineer focused on Camera Sensors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position plays a key part in advancing sensor technology for autonomous vehicles. The engineer will help strengthen camera sensor systems, supporting both safety and performance across Motional’s products.

About Aurora Aurora Innovation is dedicated to advancing transportation by safely and quickly deploying self-driving technology. The company aims to make mobility and logistics safer, more efficient, and accessible for everyone. Discover the Aurora Driver to learn more about Aurora's core technology. Role Overview: Senior Staff Software Engineer - Vehicle I/O This Senior Staff Software Engineer position sits within the Vehicle Connectivity team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The team builds and maintains Aurora’s vehicle connectivity stack, which underpins secure, reliable, and observable communications between self-driving vehicles and the cloud.

Join Aurora Innovation as a Software Engineer focused on developing our Behavior Planning Machine Learning Platform. In this dynamic role, you will contribute to pioneering technologies that enhance autonomous vehicle performance. You will collaborate with a talented team and leverage cutting-edge machine learning techniques to create innovative solutions for real-world challenges.

About UsAurora is dedicated to advancing the benefits of self-driving technology in a safe, swift, and widespread manner.Discover the Aurora Driver which aims to usher in a new era of mobility and logistics, enhancing safety, efficiency, and accessibility for all.At Aurora, you will collaborate with a team of passionate and intelligent individuals, tackling complex challenges while furthering your expertise. Stay updated on our latest developments by visiting aurora.tech or following us on LinkedIn.Aurora seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to contribute to the future of transportation, aiming to enhance road safety, deliver essential goods efficiently, and promote accessible mobility for everyone. We are currently looking for a highly skilled Staff Backend Software Engineer to join our Aurora Services Engineering team, playing a pivotal role in developing our fleet management tools.The Aurora Services Engineering team builds comprehensive solutions, including backend services, web applications, mobile apps, and real-time onboard code, facilitating the large-scale commercial operation of autonomous vehicle fleets. Our goal is to create software that manages the commercial aspects of our platform, including task assignment for autonomous vehicles, remote support, fleet management, and customer order processing. As we prepare to significantly expand our fleet and integrate with partners on an API level, our tools are essential for the smooth daily operations of our business.As a Staff Backend Software Engineer, you will be part of a team that develops solutions for autonomous vehicle terminal operations, overseeing the launch and landing of vehicles at locations owned by Aurora and our major clients. You will enhance existing products and design entirely new features, making substantial contributions to the efficiency of terminal operations at Aurora.

Motional is on the lookout for a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing motion planning and control systems that ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable operations for our fleet in intricate environments. Your expertise in cutting-edge research, advanced algorithm development, and robust software engineering will be crucial in crafting safe and intuitive routes for autonomous vehicles. If you are passionate about autonomous driving and eager to tackle real-world challenges while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic field, we would love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities:Lead the R&D of innovative algorithms and subsystems for motion planning in autonomous driving, enhancing our Operational Design Domain through advanced search-based and geometry-based methods, with a focus on probabilistic decision-making.Coordinate cross-functional projects to create or improve existing interfaces aimed at solving complex challenges.Evaluate overall system performance, identifying areas for enhancement and devising technical strategies to rectify deficiencies.Guide multidisciplinary project teams to deliver holistic solutions while considering the broader context of the planning system.Architect and integrate complex motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their evaluation and optimization for real-world applications.Develop a robust, scalable codebase that supports rapid experimentation, prototyping, and rigorous assessment of new motion planning methodologies.Facilitate technical collaboration across perception, prediction, trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components to ensure comprehensive system performance.Utilize your extensive software development and research expertise to mentor colleagues on best practices, fostering a culture of technical excellence.Provide guidance and mentorship to both junior and senior team members, promoting an environment centered on product-focused engineering, thorough research, and advanced development.

Mission Overview: The Senior Systems Safety Engineer: Leads the design and deployment of engineering safety protocols for our autonomous vehicle systems. Responsible for conducting hazard evaluations, risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to established industry safety standards including ISO 26262, SOTIF, and ASIL. Works closely with interdisciplinary teams consisting of software, hardware, and AI engineers to embed safety measures within the design and validation phases of our autonomous vehicle technology. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the creation and implementation of system safety processes tailored for autonomous vehicle platforms. Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments (HARA) for various AV components and subsystems. Assist in defining and verifying functional safety requirements in accordance with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448). Collaborate effectively 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 relevant regulatory and industry safety standards, including SAE J3016, NHTSA, and UNECE WP.29. Oversee the execution of safety verification and validation plans, which include simulation, testing, and real-world driving scenarios. Engage with certification bodies and regulators to facilitate safety case documentation and approval processes. Foster a strong safety culture within the organization by providing guidance and training.

Senior Motion Planning Engineer (Evergreen)Join our innovative Motion Planning team at Motional, where your enthusiasm for robotics and software development will contribute to the advancement of production-ready autonomous vehicles. In this pivotal role, you will engage in groundbreaking research, devise sophisticated algorithms, and develop resilient software that enables safe, comfortable, and intuitive routing and motion for autonomous systems.Key Responsibilities:Lead the R&D of advanced algorithms for motion planning in autonomous driving, with a focus on cutting-edge search-based and geometry-based techniques, and decision-making under uncertainty emphasizing probabilistic methods.Architect and seamlessly integrate complex motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their assessment and enhancement for real-world applications.Design and implement a scalable, high-performance codebase that promotes rapid exploration, prototyping, and critical evaluation of innovative motion planning methodologies.Facilitate technical collaboration, ensuring smooth interfacing with perception and prediction components upstream and trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components downstream, to guarantee comprehensive system performance.Utilize your extensive software development and research knowledge to educate peers on best practices, nurturing a culture of technical excellence.Mentor junior team members, fostering a product-focused engineering mindset, rigorous research, and advanced development initiatives.Qualifications:A PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred; alternatively, a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience in robotics, ideally within the autonomous vehicle sector.Over 5 years of research experience in robotics and motion planning, with a demonstrated history of contributing to state-of-the-art solutions.At least 3 years of C++ software development experience, emphasizing the creation of high-performance and dependable systems.Proven experience in leading technical development on complex features from problem formulation through research, implementation, and deployment in a production environment.A strong desire for continuous learning, innovation, and a commitment to advancing autonomous driving technology.Desired Skills:Familiarity with probabilistic models, including but not limited to Gaussian mixture models.

Join Waabi as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will be at the forefront of innovation in autonomous vehicle technology. In this role, you will collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems that drive our cutting-edge products.

Latitude AI (lat.ai) specializes in the development of advanced automated driving technologies, including Level 3 (L3) solutions, for Ford vehicles at scale. Our mission revolves around redefining the driving experience, making it safer, more enjoyable, and less stressful for everyone. Joining the Latitude team means collaborating with top-tier experts in machine learning, robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensor technology, and systems engineering, all committed to significantly enhancing the driving experience for millions. As a proud subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, we operate with the agility of a startup while developing cutting-edge automated driving technologies. Our headquarters are located in Pittsburgh, with engineering centers in Dearborn, MI, and Palo Alto, CA.About the Software Factory Team:The Software Factory team is pivotal in creating a seamless developer build experience, essential for developing, testing, and deploying software that aligns with Latitude’s mission. Team members are responsible for the development and maintenance of an end-to-end infrastructure pipeline within a distributed build environment, playing a crucial role in integrating new tools and technologies into a robust, deterministic, and scalable build ecosystem. We utilize and maintain build tooling (Bazel), author build and test tools (Starlark, Python), manage build environments (Docker, containers), and leverage a distributed remote execution and caching system (Buildfarm), while hosting CI/CD resources for developers to test and implement changes (Jenkins).Your Responsibilities: Collaborate with seasoned build engineers boasting decades of experience.Design and implement solutions for the long-term maintenance of software releases.Develop integrations with product teams that enhance the reusability and testability of modular autonomy systems.Measure, inspect, and improve the utilization of the build infrastructure.

Join our dynamic team at Latitude as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in C++ deployment. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing high-performance software solutions that enhance our deployment processes. We are looking for a passionate engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to solve complex problems.