JobsBackendLead ML Engineer - Lane & Route Networking Mapping
May Mobility

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Lead ML Engineer - Lane & Route Networking Mapping

RemoteLeadPosted Aug 17, 2026
PyTorchPythonC++TensorFlowComputer visionMachine learningLinuxDeep learning+12 more

About this role

Lead the architecture and development of production-grade neural networks for vectorized mapping and lane/route network extraction at an autonomous vehicle company. You'll drive BEV transformers, multimodal fusion models, and end-to-end data strategies for real-time and offline HD mapping systems deployed across diverse operational environments.

Must have

PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field

7+ years industry experience deploying ML/DL models for mapping or computer vision at scale

Deep expertise in vectorized mapping networks, BEV transformers, and temporal modeling

Experience with cross-modal calibration and fusion in Bird's-Eye-View spaces

Strong understanding of HD maps including lane geometry, connectivity, and semantics

Expertise in PyTorch or TensorFlow with distributed training and large-scale data handling

Strong Python and/or C++ programming skills with modular software design experience

Proven leadership in technical roadmaps, mentorship, and driving model performance improvements

Technologies

PythonC++GitDockerRESTLinuxJiraTestingMachine learningJSONTensorFlowpandasPyTorchAINumPyData scienceDeep learningCI/CDLLMsComputer vision

Responsibilities

Lead research, design, and training of neural networks for vectorized mapping and BEV transformers

Architect production-grade lane and route network mapping stack with upstream and downstream integration

Drive major features from inception through deployment including code reviews and automated testing

Own end-to-end data strategy for mapping domain including curation, auto-labeling, and synthetic data

Develop metrics and evaluation frameworks for lane network accuracy and temporal consistency

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate autonomy goals into software requirements

Ensure seamless deployment and validation of mapping features to vehicle fleet

Evaluate and innovate cutting-edge techniques including online HD map construction and Foundation Models

Benefits

Paid parental leaveHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceRetirement benefits with matchWellness platform with incentivesFlexible vacation time

Amenities

Standard office working conditions with prolonged sitting, standing, and computer use

Recruitment process

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Part of Autonomy Mapping & Localization group focused on spatial intelligence and state estimation

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Work spans urban, suburban, and rural operational design domains

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Moderate travel required at 11-25%

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May Mobility has delivered over 500,000 autonomous rides since 2017

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Company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan with global operations