Mission Lead II

Latitude AI•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Latitude AI (lat.ai) 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. 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: Fleet Operations is where the rubber meets the road. A team that embraces traffic and thrives under pressure as the champions of a safety culture. Mission Leads are the individuals responsible for the safe operation of Latitude AI’s vehicles. We test, monitor, and expand on Latitude AI's capabilities’ giving way to Latitude AI’s vision of safer travel for all. With an eye to the future of mobility, Fleet Operations takes the vehicles and travels the road of the people; traversing the country on the open road to ensure the product is something we are proud to stand behind.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with two years of employment experience required. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree with four years of employment experience or a High School Diploma or GED equivalent with six years of employment experience required
Must have valid driver’s license and ability to meet Latitude AI’s minimum driving record requirements, as verified by Motor Vehicle Record background checks prior to hire and periodically thereafter
Ability to meet Latitude’s Vehicle Operator safety screening requirements, including drug screening and criminal background checks conducted prior to hire and periodically thereafter
Enjoyment of driving for extended periods of time
Adaptable to changing priorities and able to pivot quickly to meet operational challenges
Experience in a professional work environment where safety, honesty, procedure and/or software testing are emphasized
Skilled in managing and executing projects from start to finish with minimal guidance
Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills for delivering updates and training
Ability to assess incoming priorities and schedule accordingly to meet operational demand
Strong interest in technology and software and the ability to adapt to its ever-changing developments and improvements
Strong desire to travel to remote offices and test facilities

Nice To Haves

Autonomous Vehicle and/or on-road data collection industry experience
Working knowledge of Atlassian Jira basics
Past managerial experience in a fast paced environment

Responsibilities

Operate, either independently or part of a team, a Latitude Test Vehicle; to a high degree of efficiency and efficacy
Maintain a deep knowledge of in-vehicle software,hardware, and overall system
Create and establish robust safety mechanisms and protocols to enhance workplace security and compliance
Act as the primary liaison with engineering teams and cross-team collaborators in key technical areas
Maximize resources and reduce costs, leading process improvement initiatives from start to finish
Independently direct day-to-day operations with minimal external guidance
Owns development of process improvements from beginning to end, identifying areas for improvement, brainstorming and gaining consensus on solutions, managing change, and assessing improvement
Lead multiple priorities and initiatives concurrently, balancing short-term needs with long-term goals effectively
Serve as a strategic leader who mentors and empowers other leaders, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team that drives innovation, achieves strategic objectives, and cultivates a culture of continuous growth
Manage and/or mentor employees and contingent workers, providing regular coaching, feedback, and training

Benefits

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
Daily lunches, snacks, and beverages available in all office locations
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