Software Engineer II

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.

Software Engineer II positions offered by Latitude AI, LLC (Palo Alto, CA). Position reports to Palo Alto, CA office.  Telecommuting permitted in accordance with company policy but must live within commuting distance of stated office.

What you’ll do: 

• Help design and implement the offboard L3 map store and map build pipeline to ingest collected map data 
• Apply updates to highway maps based on the needs for expansion or detected changes develop rigorous software products within various software programs such as C++, Python and Java
• Collect map data while working on storage systems
• Be responsible for fusing and mining data while integrating into a cloud-based service
• Utilize complex software in resolving issues that may arise
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand needs and define requirements and interfaces

What you'll need to succeed:

• Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, robotics or a related field and 2 years of experience in the position offered; or 2 years of experience performing web application design and development in Java, Python and C++
• Also requires 2 years of experience: designing and building scalable end to end automated testing infrastructure and solutions; and debugging large scale systems
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 2 years of experience as stated, employer will accept a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and experience or graduate level coursework as stated
• Also, requires experience or graduate-level coursework: designing scalable solutions for big-data storage and retrieval, development and visualization of business-critical metrics 

Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently

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 $193,283 - $219,000 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.