Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Linux

Latitude AI LLC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge automated driving technologies. In this role, you'll produce high-quality code in C and C++, optimize Linux platforms, and collaborate with a dynamic team of experts. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited vacation and health insurance. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on the driving experience, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-matched 401(k)

Unlimited vacation

Paid parental leave

Daily lunches and snacks

Wellness stipend

Employee assistance program

Adoption/Surrogacy support

Backup child and elder care program

Discounted legal and identity theft protection services

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong background in Linux systems and programming languages.
• Experience with hardware integration and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain boot chain and operating systems for autonomous vehicles.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product success.
• Optimize Linux platform for advanced driver assistance systems.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Embedded Linux Programming

Linux Configuration

Safety-Critical Systems Development

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Master's in Computer Science

PhD in Robotics

Tools

Yocto/OpenEmbedded

ARM64 Platforms

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Linux

Pittsburgh, PA, Palo Alto, CA, Detroit, MI

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:

The Onboard Platforms team is an embedded software team responsible for the development and maintenance of the boot chain and operating systems for the L1/L2/L3 autonomous vehicle compute clusters.

What you’ll do:

• Produce high-quality, maintainable code using C and modern C++ (14 and later)
• Design, bring up, and optimize the Linux platform for advanced driver assistance systems
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of hardware, software and system engineers to ensure the success of our product and its integration along the way

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)
• Strong C and C++ programming skills and experience with embedded Linux programming
• Experience with board or SoC bring-up for ARM64 based platforms
• Strong knowledge of Linux configuration, BSPs, and bootloaders
• Experience working with common protocols such as SPI, I2C, and CAN
• Prefer candidates with experience developing software for highly complex, safety-critical sensing systems

Nice to have:

• Understanding of networking and time-sensitve networking
• Familiarity (or more) with Linux security and/or chains of trust booting
• Experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded, buildroot, or similar Linux packaging technologies
• Track record of technical leadership in automotive or related fields taking products to production

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
• Daily lunches, snacks, and beverages available in all office locations
• Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Adoption/Surrogacy support program
• Backup child and elder care program
• 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 $174,000 - $261,000 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.

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