Best Mobility Startups Hiring Now

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated July 16, 2026 · 7 min read

The top mobility startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Nuro, Rivian, and Aurora Innovation, alongside companies working across autonomous vehicles, electric aviation, micromobility, and fleet software. Migrate Mate tracks 390 live open roles across 9 mobility startups as of July 16, 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 · 390 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Nuro

    Nuro

    Autonomous DeliveryRoboticsEngineering

    Nuro has 102 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, the most of any mobility startup we track, concentrated in software engineering (27) and project & program management (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 Engineering27
    • Project & Program Management6
    • Human Resources5
    • Engineering (Non-Software)2
    • Data Science & Analytics2

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles102 open
    Human Resources Business Partner, Operations
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Data Scientist Intern
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Fault Response Verification
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Fleet Technician, Las Vegas
    Las Vegas, NV · Hybrid
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    Senior Systems Test Engineer, Autonomy Behavior
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
    Apply
    See all 102 roles at Nuro
  2. 02
    Rivian

    Rivian

    Electric VehiclesManufacturingOperations

    Rivian has 84 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (18) and software engineering (15). 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

    • Specialized Engineering18
    • Software Engineering15
    • Manufacturing Operations9
    • Mechanical Engineering4
    • Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering1

    +3 roles across other teams

    Open roles84 open
    Staff Systems Engineer Autonomy
    Palo Alto, CA · On-site
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    Senior Electronic Design Engineer
    Palo Alto, CA · On-site
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    Design for Reliability Engineer
    Palo Alto, CA · On-site
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    Senior Validation Software Engineer
    Palo Alto, CA · On-site
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    Staff Mechanical Design Engineer
    Palo Alto, CA · On-site
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    See all 84 roles at Rivian
  3. 03
    Aurora Innovation

    Aurora Innovation

    Autonomous TechEngineeringTrucking

    Aurora Innovation has 73 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in cybersecurity (5) and software engineering (4). Aurora Innovation builds autonomous driving technology purpose-built for commercial trucking and passenger transportation, with a focus on long-haul freight. Its commercial launch positions it as one of the further-along autonomous trucking programs in the industry.

    Roles by team

    • Cybersecurity5
    • Software Engineering4
    • Civil & Structural Engineering3
    • Civil Engineering3
    • Engineering (Non-Software)2

    +18 roles across other teams

    Open roles73 open
    Truck Operations Specialist
    Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid
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    Truck Operations Specialist I
    Fort Worth, TX · Hybrid
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    Staff Technical Product & Program Manager, Security
    Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid
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    Staff Technical Product & Program Manager, Security
    San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
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    Staff Technical Product & Program Manager, Security
    Seattle, WA · Hybrid
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    See all 73 roles at Aurora Innovation
  4. 04
    Motional

    Motional

    Autonomous VehiclesAIRobotaxi

    Motional has 68 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (9) and engineering (Non-Software) (6). 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 Engineering9
    • Engineering (Non-Software)6
    • Electrical Engineering6
    • Backend Engineering3
    • Business Development3

    +21 roles across other teams

    Open roles68 open
    Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Actions
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Staff Motion Planning Engineer - Trajectory Generation
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Staff Motion Planning Engineer - Trajectory Generation
    Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid
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    Staff Motion Planning Engineer - Trajectory Generation
    Las Vegas, NV · Hybrid
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    Principal Engineer Tech Lead, Embodied AI & Off-Board Performance Evaluation
    San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
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    See all 68 roles at Motional
  5. 05
    Lime

    Lime

    MicromobilityOperationsUrban Tech

    Lime has 21 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations (4) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) (3). 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 Operations4
    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)3
    • Customer Service3
    • Business Analysis1
    • Business Development1

    +3 roles across other teams

    Open roles21 open
    Operations Specialist
    Detroit, MI · On-site
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    Operations Specialist
    Portland, OR · On-site
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    Field Technician
    Nashville, TN · On-site
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    Mechanic
    Indianapolis, IN · On-site
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    Lead Driver (Overnight Shift, 7:00 PM–3:30 AM)
    Torrance, CA · On-site
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    See all 21 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.

  7. 06
    Beta Technologies

    Beta Technologies

    Electric AviationAerospaceEngineering

    Beta Technologies has 21 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (7) and manufacturing operations (3). 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 Engineering7
    • Manufacturing Operations3
    • Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering3
    • Procurement & Supply Chain2
    • Electrical Engineering2

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles21 open
    Senior Buyer
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    Aircraft Systems Engineer
    South Burlington, VT · On-site
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    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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    See all 21 roles at Beta Technologies
  8. 07
    Via Transportation Inc

    Via Transportation Inc

    Transit SoftwareSaaSProduct

    Via Transportation Inc has 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations (2) and communications (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

    • Business Operations2
    • Communications1
    • IT Support1
    • Compliance & Risk1
    • Backend Engineering1

    +2 roles across other teams

    Open roles9 open
    Field Operations Manager
    Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
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    Technical Recruiter
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Payroll Operations Manager
    New York, NY · Remote
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    Engineering Manager, Remix
    New York, NY · On-site
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    People Operations Regional Manager
    Fort Worth, TX · On-site
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    See all 9 roles at Via Transportation Inc
  9. 08
    Bird Rides

    Bird Rides

    MicromobilityUrban MobilityOperations

    Bird Rides has 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (1) and logistics & fleet management (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

    • Software Engineering1
    • Logistics & Fleet Management1
    Open roles7 open
    Vehicle Mechanic - Bronx, NY
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Operations Partner - Dallas, TX
    Dallas, TX · On-site
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    Vehicle Mechanic - Akron, OH
    Akron, OH · On-site
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    Operations Partner - Cleveland, OH
    Cleveland, OH · On-site
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    E-Scooter Field Operations Specialist - Newark, NJ
    Newark, NJ · On-site
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    See all 7 roles at Bird Rides
  10. 09
    Platform Science

    Platform Science

    Fleet TechSaaSTransportation

    Platform Science has 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in procurement & supply chain (1) and project & program management (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

    • Procurement & Supply Chain1
    • Project & Program Management1
    • Business Analysis1
    • Software Engineering1
    • Marketing1
    Open roles5 open
    Director of Procurement
    San Diego, CA · On-site
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    Senior Product Manager
    Remote · Remote
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    Pricing Analyst
    San Diego, CA · Hybrid
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    Software Engineer Pleno
    Londrina · On-site
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    Product Marketing Manager Pleno
    Londrina · On-site
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    See all 5 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 102 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, followed by Rivian (84) and Aurora Innovation (73). Migrate Mate tracks 390 live roles across 9 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 9 mobility startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 57 of 390 open roles as of July 16, 2026, followed by specialized engineering (25) and manufacturing operations (12).

Do mobility startups hire remotely?

It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 9 mobility startups, 28% are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.