Software Engineer, Simulation Infrastructure

Motional is at the forefront of the driverless revolution. A joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group, one of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers, and Aptiv, a global technology leader in advanced safety and vehicle connectivity, we are making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality.

Our team is composed of pioneers in the field who have been instrumental in the advancement of autonomous technology. As we prepare to launch our commercial robotaxi services, we are seeking talented, mission-driven individuals with a strong history of delivery to join us in fundamentally changing how the world moves.

Mission Summary

We are seeking an Engineer to join our Simulation Infrastructure & Release team to aid us in advancing our offboard testing pipeline to be thorough, efficient and reliable. As an Engineer, you will gain hands-on experience with simulation cloud infrastructure, local hardware infrastructure and simulated scenarios with our AV software. You will be writing automation to simplify the testing simulation test process, writing and evaluating simulations, interfacing with hardware testing and improving our AV software release process. Your work will interface with both infrastructure and autonomy teams’ code and needs, giving you a wide view of everything it takes to autonomously drive a vehicle.

What you'll be doing:

• You will support all aspects of Cloud Simulation Infrastructure - from cloud scaling architecture, cost analysis, simulation execution and analysis, automatic simulation scenario creation, operational domain evaluation and more
• You will support Hardware in the Loop testing by automating HIL bench health and accessibility
• You will implement release management automation for defining compatible software builds between components on the vehicles
• You will work with operations teams in response to release blockers, ensuring resolutions and that offboard testing infrastructure supports avoiding future similar instances
• You will data mine for insights on deficiencies, errors and overlooked optimizations to the tools and processes the team manages
• You will support HIL bench maintenance ensuring critical pipelines remain active and successful
• You will improve UI/UX and Visibility for all Simulation and Software Release processes
• You will work with and improve Triage automations and processes

What we're looking for:

• 3+ Years of working in Linux
• 3+ Years of writing Python
• 3+ Years of interfacing with databases, example SQL, Postgres, Trino
• 2+ Years of working with C++
• 2+ Years working with Git, CI/CD
• 1+ Years working with hardware, sensors, low voltage electrical
• 1+ Years of working with AWS Cloud
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience working in cross-functional development teams, including quarterly road map design
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics (with Software option)

Bonus points (not required):

• Hands on simulation experience
• OSC2, YAML Simulation scenario experience
• Gitlab CI/CD Design and Programming
• Experience with Docker Containerization
• Autonomous Driving experience

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid role base in Pittsburgh, PA or Las Vegas, NV: Flexible working locations requiring some on-site HIL work and cross-team collaborations. 
• Working directly on HIL equipment requires knowledge of basic electrical systems & safety

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors including but not limited to specific skills, experience and expertise, role location, certifications, licenses, and business needs. The estimated compensation range listed in this job posting reflects base salary only. This role may include additional forms of compensation such as a bonus or company equity. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

Candidates for certain positions are eligible to participate in Motional’s benefits program. Motional’s benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, pet insurance, and more.

Salary Range$130,000—$170,700 USD

Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We’re driven by something more.

Our journey is always people first.

We aren't just developing driverless cars