Senior Software Engineer, Software Updates

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 Software Update team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining  tooling and infrastructure for engineers and teams across Latitude to be able build and update software on our driver assistance system, and we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team.  The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, including a proven track record of delivering a production software update system. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features, optimize performance, and ensure the scalability of our software update solution.

What you’ll do: 

• Ensures the on-schedule success of team milestones from definition to delivery
• Collaborate internally and with cross functional stakeholders, including Product, Safety, and Security, to get technical buy-in on quarterly objectives and large, cross-cutting effects
• Architect and implement tests across different modalities to ensure the Software Updates function integrates with the rest of the system
• Present information and ideas through a variety of media to various levels of the organization. You’ll need to be able to handle executive summaries to leadership,  and be able to dive into the details when needed

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)
• In-depth knowledge of C++ programming language and object-oriented design principles
• Strong problem solving skills and algorithm design experience
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and principles
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to have: 

• Previous experience with robotics 
• Previous experience with developing in a Linux environment

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!

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.