Senior Software Engineer

Latitude AI (lat.ai) is an automated driving technology company developing a hands-free, eyes-off driver assist system for next-generation Ford vehicles at scale. We’re driven by the opportunity to reimagine what it’s like to drive and make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone.

When you join the Latitude team, you’ll work alongside leading experts across machine learning and robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors and compute systems, test operations, systems and safety engineering – all dedicated to making a real, positive impact on the driving experience for millions of people.

As a Ford Motor Company subsidiary, we operate independently to develop automated driving technology at the speed of a technology startup. Latitude is headquartered in Pittsburgh with engineering centers in Dearborn, Mich., and Palo Alto, Calif.

Meet the team:

The Latitude AI Software Deploy team provides solutions for deploying autonomy applications and operating systems to the fleet. We also play a crucial role in the process of developing over the air update systems and in-vehicle agents that coordinate the software update process across Linux based and embedded machines. Our goal is to deploy this software rapidly and safely to prototypes, benches, and production vehicles.

Come help us make the world safer, and driving more pleasant.

What you’ll do:

• Architect, design, and implement novel, state-of-the-art solutions for software updates, both for our development fleet and ultimately over-the-air to production fleets
• Develop production quality, highly performant software in a fast-paced, autonomous environment while maintaining a strong safety culture
• Collaborate with cross functional teams that build software in embedded, test, functional safety, and vehicle systems related realms
• Develop products in the autonomous driving space that deploy operating systems, embedded firmware, and other software required for self driving applications
• Communicate design decisions, implementation improvements and project progress within your team and across the organization
• Write automated tests and metrics to improve and validate performance

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD)
• Willingness and excitement to learn new technologies, dive deep, and do what it takes to to contribute to a polished, reliable, state of the art product
• Track record of product development culminating in successful launches/releases/etc

Nice to have:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Robotics, ECE, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
• Track record of technical leadership (not limited to management) taking products or large features from research to consumer release
• Professional experience in robotic or automotive fields
• Useful to have prior experience in one or more of the following:
  • Developing on-board automotive software in a production environment
  • Designing over the air update systems and subroutines
  • Development of software for linux based machines
  • Moderate prior experience in C++ software development
  • Moderate prior experience in Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account with available employer match
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid medical leave
• Unlimited vacation
• 15 paid holidays
• Complimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacks for onsite employees
• Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Adoption/Surrogacy support program
• Backup child and elder care program
• Professional development reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Discounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
• Company and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiatives

Learn more about Latitude’s team, mission and career opportunities at lat.ai!

The expected base salary range for this full-time position in California is $170,560-$234,520 USD. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Latitude employees are also eligible to participate in Latitude’s annual bonus programs, equity compensation, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Candidates for positions with Latitude AI must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.