Mission Summary: The AV Test Engineering, Team Lead develops and executes the tests that verify the runtime infrastructure used by the autonomy system. This team exists at the intersection of the hardware and the autonomy system and focuses on exercising and testing the system infrastructure and middleware. The team ensures that a stable and performant system is available for the execution of autonomy algorithms. As a team lead, you will be responsible for organizing the work of the team and working with senior leadership to build and execute the vision of the team. What you'll be doing: * Provide technical leadership to the team to include coaching, training and selection of the team * Be responsible for the professional growth of your team members * Work with software, hardware, and tools development engineers to develop specific test software, hardware, and instrumentation * Develop automated tests and test frameworks in collaboration with stakeholder teams * Identify issues and create clear and comprehensive descriptions * Collaborate with developers to aid in issue resolution and verification * Analyze test results and document findings in comprehensive test reports * Manage issues throughout their entire lifecycle, driving them to resolution * Work cross functionally to ensure company OKRs are met * Additional duties assigned * Able to travel domestically/internationally What we're looking for: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics or equivalent experience in a similar field * 3-5 years of relevant experience including technical and/or people management * Working knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing processes and QA methodologies * Experience with Linux and some programming (Python, Bash/Shell) * Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to think logically and remove bias from evaluation of problems * Experience in technical writing, technical drawings and documentation of mechatronics systems is preferred * Basic understanding of robotics systems including sensors, actuators, mechanical and software systems * Enthusiasm for the AV industry as well as safety/mobility Bonus points (not required): * Experience with autonomous vehicle software and hardware testing. * Experience testing safety-critical applications * Experience in using issue tracking tools is preferred (esp. Atlassian Confluence, Jira, GitLab) Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Working Environment The work environment characteristics described here represent those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic. The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles. The noise level in the environment is low to moderate. Motional AD LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we welcome all qualified applicants. All applicants will receive impartial consideration regarding race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or another legally protected status. Motional AD LLC is a Drug-free workplace.