Best Mobility Startups Hiring Now

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated August 31, 2026 · 7 min read

The top mobility startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Nuro, Rivian, and Motional, alongside companies working across autonomous vehicles, electric aviation, micromobility, and fleet software. Migrate Mate tracks 262 live open roles across 8 mobility startups as of August 31, 2026, updated daily. Mobility is one of the few sectors where hardware engineering, AI research, and urban infrastructure converge at scale, making it a strong destination for engineers and operators who want their work to have a physical footprint.

The best Mobility Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now

Curated by our editorial team · 262 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Nuro

    Nuro

    Autonomous DeliveryRoboticsEngineering

    Nuro has 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, the most of any mobility startup we track, concentrated in software engineering (25) and human resources (6). Nuro develops self-driving systems and operates autonomous delivery fleets designed specifically for last-mile goods delivery rather than passenger transport. Its purpose-built, goods-only vehicles represent a distinct regulatory and engineering path compared to broader AV programs.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering25
    • Human Resources6
    • Project & Program Management6
    • Program Management2
    • Engineering (Non-Software)2

    +9 roles across other teams

    Open roles101 open
    Senior/Staff Systems Engineer, Platform Systems
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Talent Management Program Manager
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Shift Supervisor, Los Angeles, CA (PM Shift)
    Los Angeles, CA · On-site
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    People Systems Analyst
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Senior/Staff Controls Engineer
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    See all 101 roles at Nuro
  2. 02
    Rivian

    Rivian

    Electric VehiclesManufacturingOperations

    Rivian has 67 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (16) and specialized engineering (14). Rivian designs and manufactures electric trucks and commercial delivery vans, operating its own production facilities and a growing field service network across the U.S. As a publicly traded manufacturer with active production lines, Rivian hires across engineering, operations, and service at significant scale.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering16
    • Specialized Engineering14
    • Manufacturing Operations5
    • Mechanical Engineering5
    • Technical Product & Program Management2

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles67 open
    Field Service Technician
    Shelton, CT · On-site
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    Sr. Thermal Engineer
    Plymouth, MI · On-site
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    Technical Program Manager
    Irvine, CA · On-site
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    Retail and Delivery Manager
    Appleton, WI · On-site
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    Sr. Quality Engineer
    Normal, IL · On-site
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    See all 67 roles at Rivian
  3. 03
    Motional

    Motional

    Autonomous VehiclesAIRobotaxi

    Motional has 51 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (10) and backend engineering (5). Motional develops autonomous vehicle technology through machine learning, motion planning, and AI systems engineering, with active robotaxi deployments in U.S. cities. The company is a joint venture backed by Hyundai and Aptiv, giving it a stable capital structure uncommon in the AV space.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering10
    • Backend Engineering5
    • Engineering (Non-Software)4
    • Civil Engineering4
    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)4

    +22 roles across other teams

    Open roles51 open
    Senior Benefits Analyst
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Strategic Sourcing Manager, Sensors
    Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid
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    Associate AV Test Engineer
    Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
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    Senior Technician
    Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid
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    Principal Engineer, Data & ML Infrastructure
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    See all 51 roles at Motional
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    Beta Technologies

    Beta Technologies

    Electric AviationAerospaceEngineering

    Beta Technologies has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (5) and industrial & manufacturing engineering (2). Beta Technologies develops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft and the propulsion systems that power them, targeting both cargo and passenger aviation markets. The company builds its own charging infrastructure alongside the aircraft, which is unusual among eVTOL developers.

    Roles by team

    • Specialized Engineering5
    • Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering2
    • Manufacturing Operations2
    • Procurement & Supply Chain1
    • Compliance & Legal1

    +2 roles across other teams

    Open roles13 open
    Demand Planner
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    Systems Engineer
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    Certification Engineer
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    Senior Program Quality Engineer
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    Verification Engineer
    South Burlington, VT · Hybrid
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    See all 13 roles at Beta Technologies
  5. 05
    Lime

    Lime

    MicromobilityOperationsUrban Tech

    Lime has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in business strategy (3) and compliance & risk (2). Lime operates shared electric scooter and bike fleets across urban markets worldwide, with city partnerships and a focus on first- and last-mile transit connections. It is one of the larger micromobility operators by geographic footprint and fleet size.

    Roles by team

    • Business Strategy3
    • Compliance & Risk2
    • Business Operations2
    • Customer Service1
    • Business Development1

    +1 roles across other teams

    Open roles12 open
    Mechanic
    Boise, ID · On-site
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    Lead Mechanic
    Indianapolis, IN · On-site
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    Operations Specialist
    Seattle, WA · On-site
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    Operations Specialist – Overnight
    Seattle, WA · On-site
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    Mechanic
    Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
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    See all 12 roles at Lime
  6. Editor’s note

    What to look for in a mobility startup

    Mobility companies span a wide range of maturity, from pre-revenue hardware programs to post-IPO manufacturers with operating production lines. Before applying, it helps to understand where a company sits on that spectrum, because it shapes everything from job stability to how equity is structured. Look past the product roadmap and into the company's commercialization stage, capital runway, and whether its hiring reflects growth or a push toward profitability.

    Commercial Stage

    A company actively generating revenue from deployed products or services has cleared a risk threshold that pre-commercial programs have not. Check whether the company has paying customers, active contracts, or production units in the field.

    Hardware vs. Software Mix

    Hardware-heavy companies carry higher capital requirements and longer development cycles, while software-focused mobility firms can scale more quickly. The mix affects team culture, pace of iteration, and the kinds of problems you will work on day to day.

    Regulatory Position

    Autonomous vehicle and electric aviation companies operate under active federal and state oversight. A company with existing permits or certifications has navigated meaningful regulatory risk, which is a signal of organizational maturity worth weighing alongside the product itself.

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    Via Transportation Inc

    Via Transportation Inc

    Transit SoftwareSaaSProduct

    Via Transportation Inc has 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in executive leadership & C-Suite (2) and healthcare administration (1). Via Transportation builds software and operations platforms that power public transit agencies and shared mobility services, including on-demand shuttles and paratransit. Its technology runs transit networks across dozens of cities, giving it a different growth profile than hardware-focused mobility companies.

    Roles by team

    • Executive Leadership & C-Suite2
    • Healthcare Administration1
    • Communications1
    • IT Support1
    • Frontend Engineering1

    +2 roles across other teams

    Open roles9 open
    Senior Mobile-Cross-Platform Engineer
    New York, NY · Hybrid
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    Forward Deployed Engineer, AI Labs
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Staff Engineer, AI Labs
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Support Operations Specialist
    Park City, UT · On-site
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    Field Operations Manager
    Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
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    See all 9 roles at Via Transportation Inc
  8. 07
    Bird Rides

    Bird Rides

    MicromobilityUrban MobilityOperations

    Bird Rides has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in customer service (1) and business operations (1). Bird Rides operates a shared electric scooter service across U.S. cities, focused on short urban trips and partnerships with municipalities. The company has restructured its operations toward a leaner, market-selective model.

    Roles by team

    • Customer Service1
    • Business Operations1
    • Software Engineering1
    • Logistics & Fleet Management1
    Open roles8 open
    Operations Specialist (Driver) - San Francisco, CA
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
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    Operations Partner - Los Angeles, CA
    Los Angeles, CA · On-site
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    Operations Partner - New York City, NY
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Vehicle Mechanic - Bronx, NY
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Vehicle Mechanic - Akron, OH
    Akron, OH · On-site
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    See all 8 roles at Bird Rides
  9. 08
    Platform Science

    Platform Science

    Fleet TechSaaSTransportation

    Platform Science has 1 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in marketing (1). Platform Science develops connected vehicle and fleet management software for the commercial transportation industry, working directly with major trucking fleets and OEM partners. Its OEM integration agreements set it apart from standalone telematics providers.

    Roles by team

    • Marketing1
    Open roles1 open
    Product Marketing Manager Pleno
    Londrina · On-site
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    See all 1 roles at Platform Science

How mobility startups pay and equity work

Compensation at mobility startups varies significantly by stage. Later-stage companies that have raised substantial capital or gone public tend to benchmark base salaries close to what large technology employers offer, while earlier-stage programs often set base pay below market in exchange for larger equity grants. Equity at hardware-intensive companies can take longer to vest into meaningful value than at pure software businesses, because the path to liquidity is tied to production milestones, regulatory clearances, or an acquisition rather than a straightforward growth trajectory. The day-to-day trade-off at most mobility companies is a higher tolerance for ambiguity in exchange for the chance to work on problems that do not yet have established playbooks. Roles that exist at large automotive or logistics incumbents often have narrower scope; the equivalent role at a startup typically requires owning more of the problem end to end. That breadth is what draws many engineers and operators to the sector, but it also means processes and tooling are frequently being built from scratch alongside the product itself.

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Mobility Startups: Frequently Asked Questions

Which mobility startups are hiring the most right now?

Nuro is hiring the most, with 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, followed by Rivian (67) and Motional (51). Migrate Mate tracks 262 live roles across 8 mobility startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.

Do mobility startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?

Generally, yes. Growth-stage mobility startups are typically competitive with large technology employers on base salary, particularly at the senior level, though more of the total package sits in equity rather than cash. Later-stage companies with active revenue or public listings tend to be closest to market on cash compensation. Earlier-stage programs usually trade a lower base for a larger option grant, which carries more upside but also more risk depending on the company's path to liquidity.

What kinds of roles do mobility startups typically hire for?

Mobility startups hire most heavily in software engineering, specialized engineering, and manufacturing operations. Across the 8 mobility startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 52 of 262 open roles as of August 31, 2026, followed by specialized engineering (19) and manufacturing operations (7).

Do mobility startups hire remotely?

It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 8 mobility startups, 20% are remote or hybrid as of August 31, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.