Boston, United States of America Hybrid USD 240,000 - 330,000 Yearly

Motional is hiring an Engineer

About the Role

As an Engineer on the Spatial Intelligence team, you'll play a key role in developing computer vision-driven mapping solutions that empower self-driving vehicles to accurately interpret and adapt to their surroundings. Your work will focus on creating robust systems that process visual and sensor data to build and maintain dynamic, high-definition maps used for real-time localization and navigation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of computer vision mapping projects that enhance how autonomous vehicles perceive and map roadways using onboard and remote sensing inputs
  • Develop algorithms to detect environmental changes and keep mapping data current and reliable
  • Combine visual mapping outputs with LIDAR-based maps to generate unified, accurate representations of the world
  • Deploy and maintain scalable solutions across autonomous vehicle fleets
  • Work closely with localization, perception, and sensor fusion teams to improve overall on-road performance

Qualifications

You bring deep expertise in geometric computer vision and real-world deployment of 3D vision systems. Required skills include:

  • Hands-on experience with camera geometry, calibration, feature matching, and triangulation methods
  • Proven work in VSLAM, structure from motion, visual-inertial odometry, and large-scale optimization techniques
  • History of delivering computer vision solutions in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or augmented reality
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum of seven years in professional software development
  • Strong command of C++ and software engineering best practices, including testing, version control, and code review
  • Publishing record in top-tier vision and machine learning conferences
  • Experience designing and using metrics to guide technical development
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Skills

  • Experience fusing data from multiple sensors, especially vision and LIDAR
  • Background in remote sensing, geospatial systems, or RPC camera models
  • Proficiency in Python and training machine learning models using PyTorch or similar frameworks

Work Environment

This role supports a hybrid work model with primary locations in Boston, Pittsburgh, and Las Vegas, and flexibility for remote work. The team values collaboration, technical rigor, and a shared mission to advance equitable, safe transportation through innovation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match and access to a health savings account
  • Life and pet insurance options
  • Eligibility for performance bonus and potential equity participation
Required Skills
C++PythonPyTorchComputer VisionCamera CalibrationVSLAMVisual-Inertial OdometryBundle Adjustment3D ReconstructionAutonomous Vehicles C++PythonPyTorchGeometric Computer VisionVSLAMStructure from MotionVisual-Inertial SLAMVisual-Inertial OdometryBundle AdjustmentFactor Graph OptimizationCamera CalibrationFeature Detection and Matching3D Computer VisionAutonomous VehiclesRobotics
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Motional
A driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv.
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Posted 3 months ago