Principal Engineer - Prediction

Motional·Remote(United States)
Software Development
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for autonomous vehicle tech surges, Principal Engineers with expertise in machine learning are in high demand. With a 25% growth in AI adoption in 2025, companies like Motional are leading the charge. To succeed in this remote role, candidates need a strong foundation in ML and a keen interest in Level 5 autonomous driving. Before applying, consider your ability to drive project-level impact and mentor junior engineers.

Job Description

About the Role

Motional is seeking a Principal Engineer to drive project-level impact and make autonomous vehicles operate at superhuman capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Define and influence the direction of the team, organization, and/or department
  • Advise leaders on technology problems and solutions
  • Connect and drive business impact through technology solutions
  • Formulate problems, architect solutions, and design processes
  • Prototype, evaluate, implement, and iterate on solutions

Requirements

  • BA, Masters or PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or a related field; or equivalent industry experience
  • In-depth understanding of common Machine Learning, Deep Learning algorithms
  • Experience designing, training, and analyzing neural networks

How to Stand Out

  • Showcase your experience with PyTorch or other deep learning frameworks in your portfolio or resume
  • Highlight your ability to lead and execute large, complex technical initiatives
  • Be prepared to discuss your understanding of machine learning algorithms and their applications in autonomous vehicles
  • Develop a strong example of how you've driven business impact through technology solutions
  • Practice explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

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