Principal Machine Learning Engineer- Perception

Who you are

You hold a Master's or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Robotics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related field — your academic background equips you with a strong foundation in the principles of machine learning and its applications in real-world scenarios. You have extensive experience in developing and implementing advanced perception algorithms for object detection, tracking, classification, and segmentation using various sensor data including camera, lidar, and radar. Your passion for Level 4 autonomous driving technology drives you to tackle intellectual challenges and contribute to impactful projects.

You are skilled in designing and implementing sensor fusion algorithms that combine data from multiple sensors to create robust and accurate perception systems — your expertise ensures that the perception systems you develop can operate effectively in dynamic environments. You have a proven track record of optimizing perception algorithms for real-time performance on embedded hardware, demonstrating your ability to balance complexity with efficiency. As a mentor, you enjoy guiding junior engineers, sharing your knowledge, and fostering their growth within the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced perception algorithms that are critical for the operation of autonomous vehicles — your work will directly contribute to making self-driving technology a reality. You will connect and drive business impact through technology solutions, ensuring that the perception systems you develop align with the company's goals and objectives. Collaborating with other engineers and teams, you will integrate perception systems into larger autonomous systems, enhancing the overall functionality and safety of the vehicles.

You will stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in machine learning and computer vision, applying these insights to solve real-world problems — your commitment to continuous learning will keep you at the forefront of the industry. Additionally, you will productionize and deploy solutions onto autonomous vehicle fleets, ensuring that the systems you develop are reliable and effective in real-world scenarios. Your ability to derive insights from large datasets will be crucial in refining and improving the perception algorithms.

What we offer

Motional offers a collaborative and innovative work environment where you can make a significant impact on the future of transportation. You will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class ML engineers and research scientists, contributing to projects that aim to create a positive social impact. The company is committed to your career growth, providing resources and support to help you advance in your field. Join us in our mission to revolutionize mobility and make self-driving vehicles a reality.