The Motional Technical Program Management team is seeking to hire an experienced TPM to develop and support advanced compute capabilities as we prepare to launch driverless robotaxis on public roads. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional partners across Hardware, Software, Procurement, and Partnerships to define SOC/NPU requirements, drive technical direction and program execution for our next generation Compute system, and outline a technology roadmap for L4 chipsets in future products. This role is a high-visibility position and will require the ability to operate at a 40,000-foot program level as well as diving into the technical areas related to Compute hardware and software. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be on the forefront of autonomous driving technology!
What You'll Do
- Manage Compute systems strategy and execution for our next generation AV System
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Procurement, and Partnerships teams to define SOC/NPU/Overall Compute requirements and deliverables that meet our current product goals
- Set priorities and coordinate between internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to support chip development from concept through launch
- Manage day-to-day program execution, tracking progress and metrics, removing blockers and inefficiencies as required, and driving hardware and software work streams to meet system integration milestones
- Identify risks and mitigations, working with technical and cross-functional team members to develop actions plans and escalate and track issues proactively until closure
- Communicate to executive leadership in regular forums and provide technical and program level analyses and recommendations in a clear and concise way that captures impact
- Lead forward-looking technical evaluations with Engineering teams to deliver a chipset roadmap for future programs
What We're Looking For
- Experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary technical programs with competing priorities (cost, schedule, feasibility) with broad cross-functional teams
- Experience in new product development (autonomous vehicles, consumer electronics, and/or robotics) and manufacturing, and a strong understanding of hardware and software development life-cycles
- Experience with embedded software, chip/silicon development and validation processes, and system-level integration/FATP (final assembly test and packaging) processes
- Vendor management experience (software and hardware)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills – must have experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences and communicating at executive level
- A passion for learning new concepts and adaptive problem solving in dynamic environments
- Leadership skills (assertiveness, taking ownership, driving accountability) and a sense of urgency
- A degree in Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent practical experience
- Ability to travel when needed
- Ability to work out of a Motional office on a weekly basis
Bonus Points
- Fluency in Korean language
If you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications outlined above - that’s okay! We encourage you to apply if you think this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and that you can deliver the results we need.
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
$199,200—$266,700 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; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. Our team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who are creating a technology with the potential to transform the way we move.
Higher purpose, greater impact.
We’re creating first-of-its-kind technology that will transform transportation. To do so successfully, we must design for everyone in our cities and on our roads. We believe in building a great place to work through a progressive, global culture that is diverse, inclusive, and ensures people feel valued at every level of the organization. Diversity helps us to see the world differently; it’s not only good for our business, it’s the right thing to do.
Scale up, not starting up.
Our team is behind some of the industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's longest-standing public robotaxi fleet. We’re driven to scale; we’re moving towards commercialization of our technology, and we need team members who are ready to embrace change and challenges.
Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
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What We Do
Our team is commercializing a world-class driverless system. The Motional team is behind some of the industry’s largest leaps forward in the last decade, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world’s first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world’s most-established public robotaxi fleet. Strategically formed by Hyundai Motor Group, one of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers offering smart mobility solutions, and Aptiv, a global technology leader in advanced safety, electrification, and vehicle connectivity, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives.
Why Work With Us
Our leadership team has been working in this industry for decades and includes renown early innovators in driverless technology. We are creating a future where transportation is safe, reliable, and accessible. Join our team in revolutionizing the industry that will change how the world moves.
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