Latitude AI LLC
Senior Software Engineer, Localization & Mapping
Latitude AI LLC, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
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.
Meet the team:
The Latitude AI Localization team provides solutions for onboard vehicle pose and state estimates. We also play a crucial role in the process of building highly accurate maps at a massive scale. Our goal is to provide the ADAS system with an accurate, stable, and coherent understanding of where the vehicle is in the world and on the road.
Come help us make the world safer, and driving more pleasant.
What you’ll do:
Collaborate with expert software engineers and experienced roboticist to build solutions that scale from the lab to the customer, for one of the largest-scale robotics projects in history
Architect, design, and implement novel, state-of-the-art solutions for onboard localization and offline mapping at large scales
Develop production quality, highly performant software in a fast-paced, autonomous environment while maintaining a strong safety culture
Communicate design decisions, implementation improvements and project progress within your team and across the organization
Write automated tests and metrics to improve and validate performance
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)
Significant (4+ years) prior experience in one or more of the following:
developing real-time visualization and benchmarking tools
IMU filtering
localization, mapping, SLAM, and geometric computer vision
numerical optimization methods
Significant (4+ years) prior experience in C++ software development
Track record of product development culminating in successful launches/releases/etc
Nice to have:
Master’s or PhD degree in Robotics, ECE, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
Significant (5+ years) of experience in Python software development
Track record of technical leadership (not limited to management) taking products or large features from research to consumer release
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 $170,560-$234,520 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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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.
Meet the team:
The Latitude AI Localization team provides solutions for onboard vehicle pose and state estimates. We also play a crucial role in the process of building highly accurate maps at a massive scale. Our goal is to provide the ADAS system with an accurate, stable, and coherent understanding of where the vehicle is in the world and on the road.
Come help us make the world safer, and driving more pleasant.
What you’ll do:
Collaborate with expert software engineers and experienced roboticist to build solutions that scale from the lab to the customer, for one of the largest-scale robotics projects in history
Architect, design, and implement novel, state-of-the-art solutions for onboard localization and offline mapping at large scales
Develop production quality, highly performant software in a fast-paced, autonomous environment while maintaining a strong safety culture
Communicate design decisions, implementation improvements and project progress within your team and across the organization
Write automated tests and metrics to improve and validate performance
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)
Significant (4+ years) prior experience in one or more of the following:
developing real-time visualization and benchmarking tools
IMU filtering
localization, mapping, SLAM, and geometric computer vision
numerical optimization methods
Significant (4+ years) prior experience in C++ software development
Track record of product development culminating in successful launches/releases/etc
Nice to have:
Master’s or PhD degree in Robotics, ECE, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
Significant (5+ years) of experience in Python software development
Track record of technical leadership (not limited to management) taking products or large features from research to consumer release
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 $170,560-$234,520 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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