Senior Software Engineer, HIL Infrastructure

Job overview

The Senior Software Engineer, HIL Infrastructure role is hybrid in Pittsburgh, PA, with some onsite hardware-in-the-loop work and cross-team collaboration. Compensation is $149,000–$198,500 per year. The role supports Motional’s work to make autonomous vehicles safe, reliable, and accessible.

What you'll do

• Automate hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) bench health, accessibility, and reliability
• implement release-management automation for compatible vehicle software builds
• work with operations teams to resolve release blockers and prevent recurrence
• analyze data for deficiencies and process improvements
• and support HIL bench maintenance and critical pipelines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior software engineer

hil infrastructure

pittsburgh pa

motional

hybrid

hardware-in-the-loop

python

linux

git

ci/cd

autonomous vehicles

$149k–$198.5k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, health savings accounts, life insurance, and pet insurance.

Why this role

The posting seeks 5+ years of Linux, Python, and Git/CI/CD experience, plus database, C++, and hardware experience. Cloud services, simulation, autonomous driving, and networking experience are listed as bonus points, not requirements.

About the employer

Motional is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.