Software Engineer II - Runtime Foundations & Framework

Latitude AI•Detroit, MI

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: We’re searching for a Software Engineer II to come and join the Foundations and Frameworks Runtime Infrastructure (RI) team at Latitude AI. As a Software Engineer II within the RI group at Latitude AI, you will be responsible for designing, delivering, and maintaining software systems that run as part of our advanced driver assist system. The team works cross-functionally with several groups including systems engineering, autonomy (localization, perception, planning, controls), the onboard platform team, and project management. You will be an integral part of the team collaborating closely with the broader Latitude AI organization including experts in machine learning, robotics, sensor processing, and simulation helping to optimize their development and speed their time to delivery. The goal of the RI team is to provide infrastructure support to the rest of the development groups by creating world-class features and tools while also collaborating closely with stakeholders to understand and service their unique needs. Latitude AI is a team-centric organization and the RI team plays a key role providing features to enhance development while at the same time providing a reliable, stable and safe system which stakeholders can count on. The Foundations and Frameworks team develops the core execution and messaging frameworks that underpin the rest of the technology stack and provide the conduit for fast efficient synchronization between the core compute systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree, or PhD
At least 2 years of development experience using C++11 or newer in a systems programming role
Experience developing in a Linux or Unix environment
Ability to design software components and clearly communicate your designs through documents, diagrams, and presentations
Strong team player able to operate effectively on cross functional teams to deliver an integrated software product

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in developing embedded software or robotics software on a resource-constrained compute platform
Experience with Bazel
Experience with ROS or another robotics platform
Experience with software systems using a publish/subscribe model of communication (e.g. ZeroMQ or MQTT)
Experience with POSIX APIs
Familiarity with ISO-26262 and/or other software safety standards

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test the reliable and high-performance software that all autonomy functions are built on
Develop tools for providing insight into the performance and behavior of the system
Work closely with the simulation team to ensure that the runtime system is accurately tested off-vehicle in a virtual environment
Create automated unit and integration tests that verify the software works as expected and meets the requirements
Collaborate with autonomy teams to ensure the the runtime infrastructure integrates well with their systems, enabling their success

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