Senior Software Systems Engineer - Autonomy Behavior and Metrics

<p><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Latitude AI (</span><a href="https://lat.ai/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">lat.ai</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">) develops automated driving technologies, including L3, for 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.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: 300;">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 – </span><strong><em>all dedicated to making a real, positive impact on the driving experience for millions of people.&nbsp;</em></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Meet the team:</strong></span></p> <p>The Latitude AI Systems Engineering team brings all the components of the autonomy stack together into a unified product.&nbsp; We work very closely with all cross functional teams to define the architecture, requirements, test plans, and test cases of the following features and functions:</p> <ul> <li>A suite of ADAS features at different levels of autonomy (L1, L2 and L3), such as Blind Spot, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Base Park Aid, Lane Keeping &amp; Change Assist, ACC, L2 Hands-On and Hands-Free, L3 Eyes-Free</li> <li>Onboard (vehicle) and Offboard (cloud) autonomy functions of Mapping, Prediction and Motion Planning</li> <li>System level analysis and metrics evaluation</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>What you’ll do:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Ownership (lead and execute) of the systems engineering of multiple Autonomy Behavior components of autonomy software stack</li> <li>Write requirements for the performance for a variety of features and the related functions considering nominal operations, vehicle and environmental variations, and operational domain bounding conditions</li> <li>Lead system level performance analysis and build evaluation pipelines. This would include designing metrics, defining targets, requiring novel research and ownership</li> <li>Develop innovative metrics and dashboards for driving behavior and/or system performance that support decisions, direct efforts, and provide clarity</li> <li>Analyze test results to identify performance and functional gaps in the system, working with key stakeholders to develop mitigations for these gaps</li> <li>Work closely with the Integration and Test team at Latitude to develop and execute the Design Verification Plan for our features to inform product readiness for launch</li> <li>Periodically get hands-on with the product and see the designs in action and to provide expert feedback/insight to relevant teams</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>What you'll need to succeed:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>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)</li> <li>Experience in motion planning, motion control, or robotics</li> <li>Experience with analysis, metrics development, verification, or validation of complex robotics systems, preferably in autonomous applications</li> <li>Experience performing analyses and requirement formulation that inform decision making</li> <li>Experience using scientific methods for trade studies, testing, and problem solving. Familiarity with formal verification is a plus</li> <li>Experience programming in Python, C++ or similar</li> <li>Strong desire to learn new skills related to technology and software</li> <li>Excellent communication skills</li> <li>Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision</li> <li>Willingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as needed</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Nice to have:</strong><span style="font-weight: 300;">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <ul> <li>Motion planning or robotics background&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with Jira or similar ticketing systems</li> <li>Comfortability using Jama or similar requirements management systems</li> <li>Familiarity with working in a fast paced environment</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>What we offer you:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Competitive compensation packages</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Health savings account with available employer match</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Employer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurance</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid parental leave</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid medical leave</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Unlimited vacation</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">15 paid holidays</span></li> <li>Daily lunches, snacks, and beverages available in all office locations</li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Pre-tax commuter benefits</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Monthly wellness stipend</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Adoption/Surrogacy support program</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Backup child and elder care program</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Professional development reimbursement</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Employee assistance program</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Discounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 300;"><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Company and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiatives</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Learn more about Latitude’s team, mission and career opportunities at </span><a href="https://lat.ai/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">lat.ai</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 300; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The expected base salary range for this full-time position in California is $179,200 - $268,800 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.</span></span></p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <h6><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>#LI-EG2</strong></span></h6>