Senior Autonomy Applications Engineer Ann Arbor, MI - Hybrid

May Mobility, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare suite

Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Flexible vacation

Travel opportunities

Job summary

May Mobility is seeking a Senior Autonomy Engineer to support new fleet deployments and act as the on-site specialist for autonomy systems. You will work across hardware and software stacks, travel to deployment sites, and demonstrate capabilities to customers.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of relevant experience, strong programming in C/C++/Python, and hands-on hardware/software integration skills. Must be able to travel up to 50% and operate May Mobility vehicles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Robotics or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on hardware design or software development experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Experience with Linux environments and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the launch of new site deployments of autonomous vehicle services.
• Configure and deploy autonomous tech in new locations.
• Travel up to 50% to customer sites and demonstrations.
• Mentor junior Field Autonomy Engineers and collaborate cross-functionally.

Skills

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Driver's license

System understanding

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/CS

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Linux

C/C++/Python

Job description

May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, May develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by our innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think.
Our vehicles do more than just drive themselves - they provide value to communities, bridge public transit gaps and move people where they need to go safely, easily and with a lot more fun. We’re building the world’s best autonomy system to reimagine transit by minimizing congestion, expanding access and encouraging better land use in order to foster more green, vibrant and livable spaces. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 500,000 autonomous rides to real people around the globe. And we’re just getting started. We’re hiring people who share our passion for building the future, today, solving real-world problems and seeing the impact of their work. Join us.

Job Summary

May Mobility is looking for a Senior Autonomy Engineer for hands‑on support of new fleet deployments. FAEs work intimately with the entire breadth of the system (from the hardware platform to the software autonomy stack), serving as the Engineering team’s on‑site specialist for new and existing fleets. The role includes significant travel – up to 50%.

• Lead and coordinate the launch of new site deployments of autonomous vehicle services
• Coordinates and develops the on‑site configuration and deployment of autonomous technology in new locations
• Scouts locations to identify and resolve novel technical challenges associated with specific traffic environments
• Acts as a technical company representative to customers and the general public
• Coordinates and performs demonstrations of the autonomous technology for potential customers
• Collaborates with Engineers across the organization to identify and develop features to expand system capability and improve the rider experience
• Mentor junior Field Autonomy Engineers to assist in their professional growth and development

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related degree
• 7 + years of relevant experience
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience designing and implementing mechanical and electrical hardware and/or experience developing or editing software
• Hunger to develop a detailed understanding of every part of the autonomous system
• Working knowledge of any of C, C++, Python, Java, or similar programming languages
• Prior experience with mobile robotics and/or autonomous vehicles
• Experience operating in a Linux environment, including familiarity with common Linux command line utilities
• Willingness and ability to travel (up to 50%)
• Ability to operate and drive May Mobility vehicles
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record
• Willingness to undergo a driving record check
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
• Experience designing and developing software in C,C++, and/or Python environments

Physical Requirements

• Standard office working conditions which includes but is not limited to:
• Prolonged sitting
• Prolonged standing
• Prolonged computer use

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.
• Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
• Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work.
• Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.
• Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. At May Mobility, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at May.

Want to learn more about our culture & benefits? Check out our website !

May Mobility is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected basis. Below, you have the opportunity to share your preferred gender pronouns, gender, ethnicity, and veteran status with May Mobility to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring and recruitment processes. Completion of these questions is entirely voluntary. Any information you choose to provide will be kept confidential, and will not impact the hiring decision in any way. If you believe that you will need any type of accommodation, please let us know.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: May Mobility does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, May Mobility does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.

Salary Range

$92,000 - $114,000 USD

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