Principal Engineer, Team Lead

About the role

Join Motional to guide a team in developing the core software for our autonomous driving system. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical direction and ensuring the successful delivery of critical components. This is a chance to lead impactful work in a field that is transforming transportation.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead a team of engineers in the design, development, and implementation of software for autonomous vehicles.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy for the team's projects.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Oversee the delivery of software features, ensuring quality and adherence to project timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 7 years of professional software development experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a technical leadership or team lead role.
• Experience with C++ and Python.
• Familiarity with robotics software development.

Nice to have

• Master's or PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience with autonomous driving systems or related domains.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including testing and CI/CD.

Skills & tools

• C++
• Python
• Robotics software development

Practical notes

Motional offers competitive compensation and benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.