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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. \nPlease review our Candidate Privacy Notice here.\nUK Candidate Privacy Notice here.\nThe applicant must be authorized to receive and access those commodities and technologies controlled under U.S. Export Administration Regulations. It is Motive's policy to require that employees be authorized to receive access to Motive products and technology. \nRegarding US-based roles, depending on your role and primary work location, Motive Technologies, Inc. (“Employer”) discloses candidates may be required to execute a non-compete covenant with the Employer. 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