David Lowell
About David Lowell
David Lowell is a Senior Software Engineer at Motional, where he has worked since 2021, focusing on enhancing the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles. He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Northeastern University and has previous experience in software engineering and research.
Work at Motional
David Lowell has been employed at Motional since 2021, initially as a Software Engineer and currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer since 2022. His role is based in Boston, Massachusetts. At Motional, he has contributed to the development of gating metrics aimed at preventing on-vehicle regressions, which enhances the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles. Additionally, he has designed and implemented systems for evaluating autonomous vehicle perception models.
Education and Expertise
David Lowell holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Northeastern University, where he studied from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, completing his degree from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation in software engineering and computer science principles.
Background
Prior to his current position at Motional, David Lowell worked at The MathWorks as a Software Engineer from 2014 to 2017 and as an Associate Software Engineer from 2013 to 2014. He also served as a Research Assistant at Northeastern University from 2017 to 2021 and worked as a Grader for Programming Methodology at the University of Massachusetts from 2012 to 2013. His diverse experience in software engineering and research has contributed to his current expertise.
Professional Experience
David Lowell has accumulated significant professional experience in software engineering. At The MathWorks, he worked for a total of four years, focusing on software development. His experience as a Research Assistant at Northeastern University further enhanced his skills in programming and system design. This blend of academic and industry experience has shaped his approach to engineering challenges.