# Principal Engineer

Hiring organization: [Motional](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/motional)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/8227ab80-100a-47dd-8178-18106488ebc9

Listed on Motional's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Principal
- Location: Remote U.S.
- Remote: yes
- Salary: 240000 – 330000 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads the machine learning team responsible for motion planning and behavior prediction on autonomous vehicles, working on models that help self-driving cars navigate traffic safely and predict other road users' actions. It suits experienced ML engineers and technical leaders with a background in autonomous systems who want to shape critical safety-focused technology.

_Our summary, not Motional's wording._

## Skills named

C++, CUDA, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Python, PyTorch, Reinforcement Learning, Software Engineering, TensorFlow

## Required

- Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience
- Proven leadership on large complex technical projects
- Deep learning framework experience (TensorFlow or PyTorch)
- Python fluency with scientific computing libraries
- Track record designing, developing and deploying ML solutions for autonomous vehicles or robotics
- Advanced software engineering knowledge (design, version control, testing, code review)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

## Nice to have

- Embedded systems and real-time optimization experience, especially in autonomous driving
- Expertise in generative AI or reinforcement learning
- Publications in top-tier conferences (CVPR, ICML, NeurIPS, ICCV, ICL)
- Strong C++ or CUDA programming skills

Apply on Motional's site: https://motional.com/open-positions/?gh_jid=7692527003#/7692527003