Senior Software Engineer

Latitude AI; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 242,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automated driving technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Palo Alto, CA. The role focuses on developing calibration software for advanced driving products, requiring expertise in C++ and Python. Candidates should have a strong background in robotics and sensor calibration, with a commitment to delivering reliable software solutions. The position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including health insurance and unlimited vacation.

Benefits

High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting

Unlimited vacation

Paid parental leave

Daily lunches and snacks

Monthly wellness stipend

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in developing robotics sensor calibration algorithms.
• Experience with numerical linear algebra for algorithm optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop calibration software for automated driving products.
• Write software in C++ and Python for sensor calibration.
• Design novel calibration solutions across diverse sensors.

Skills

C++

Python

Robotics

Calibration

Computer Vision

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Robotics

Job description

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.

Senior Software Engineer 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:

• Develop calibration software for automated driving products
• Write software in C++ and Python to enable sensor calibration in a factory environment, as well as in unstructured, uncontrolled environments to always maintain a calibrated vehicle
• Design and develop novel calibration solutions that can work in a factory, or in unstructured, uncontrolled environments across a diverse range of sensors – camera, radar, lidar, IMU design, and Evangelize
• Help implement a set of calibration technology solutions that result in a vehicle platform that always remains aware of its calibration state and remains in calibration as much as possible
• Develop complex, scalable, and robust software in C++
• Contribute to a high performing team that delivers reliable software through design reviews, code review, continuous integration, and automated testing
• Develop and extend supporting tools and features of calibration systems
• Write automated tests to improve and validate performance
• Integrate the autonomy stack with other components to deliver a functional calibration system

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 4 years of experience as stated or 4 years of experience developing robotics sensor calibration algorithms, SLAM techniques, sensor fusion methods, 3D reconstruction algorithms, or odometry techniques
• Also requires 4 years of experience: applying and implementing numerical linear algebra to filter and optimize algorithms; processing and integrating data from camera, LiDAR, radar, or IMU sensors as part of calibration solutions; developing and implementing geometric computer vision algorithms for processing image, LiDAR, or radar data; developing software using C++ or Python; and testing software to validate performance
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 4 years of experience as stated, employer will accept a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 2 years of experience as stated

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 $242,050 - $255,651 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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