Motional is hiring a

Mapping Analyst

This job will involve working very closely with senior researchers to add important information to map data, which is required for various autonomous vehicle functionality to work in real-time.

In this role, candidate will provide global support to the Map Operations team by producing basemaps and annotated maps, and provide assistance in map operations activities that include but are not restricted to; data QA/QC, mission planning, map verification and validation, release/data management and support for other mapping related workflows such as vendor management.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Annotate/digitize high-definition maps of roads that are used for autonomous driving, using in-house mapping software, and play an active role in the expansion and maintenance of basemaps 
  • Investigate and fix map-related issues, conduct testing and update maps upon receiving feedback from the vehicle operations team or reviewing logs from vehicle runs
  • Close collaboration with 3rd party vendors and assist if any troubleshooting or communication is required 
  • Conduct various validation tests to ensure quality control, including a peer-reviewing process with fellow mapping specialists, and conduct in-house vehicle simulations
  • Actively participate in the continuous improvement and documentation of map production, QA and maintenance processes and help to ensure that all mapping best practices are well-documented, and consistently applied by the global team
  • Work closely with software developers and researchers to investigate map data issues, report and replicate software bugs, conduct testing and provide useful feedback to improve the mapping tools, software and basemap process
  • Support global mapping efforts to ensure that the annotated maps are ultimately well-validated, road-worthy and accurate while making rides safe, comfortable and error-free

Qualifications:

  • Background in working with mapping software, GIS, AutoCAD or other spatial design (photoshop or other video/image editing software experience will be considered) software
  • Bachelor Degree in geography, science, engineering preferred, 1 to 3 years of working experience preferred
  • Highly attentive to quality and detail; experience with QA/QC process
  • Great attitude, independent, driven, resourceful, willing to learn and take pride and ownership in one’s work
  • Able to work well in a global team environment with a knack for problem-solving
  • Exemplary organizational and time management skills
  • Familiarity with road traffic rules and regulations will be advantageous
  • Experience working with lidar data will be advantageous

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.

 

Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.

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