Latitude AI
Test Specialist (Pittsburgh, PA, Evening Shift Only) - Contractor
Latitude AI, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
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:
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. Test Specialists 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.
What you'll do:
Operate a Latitude Test Vehicle; safely and compliantlyPerform all vehicle inspection, start-up, launch, and shutdown tasksFollow procedures and processes to the highest standardEscalate potential safety and performance issues; promptly and clearlyDocument events throughout the day to aid in development of driving technologyClearly communicate feedback on system performance; strengths and improvement areasWhat you'll need to succeed:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with two years of employment experience required. Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferredMust 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 thereafterAbility to pass ten-panel drug screen and criminal background checks conducted prior to employmentEnjoyment of driving for extended periods of time.Ability to monitor software via laptop in a moving vehicle; type proficiently; and communicate in a clear and concise mannerExperience in a professional work environment where safety, honesty, procedure and/or software testing are emphasizedStrong interest in technology and software and the ability to adapt to its ever-changing developments and improvementsAbility to work in close quarters in a professional manner for extended periods of timeAbility to work independently or with minimal supervisionWillingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as neededNice to have:
Autonomous Vehicle and/or on-road data collection industry experienceWorking knowledge of Atlassian Jira basics
Learn more about Latitude's team, mission and career opportunities at lat.ai!
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.
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.
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. Test Specialists 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.
What you'll do:
Operate a Latitude Test Vehicle; safely and compliantlyPerform all vehicle inspection, start-up, launch, and shutdown tasksFollow procedures and processes to the highest standardEscalate potential safety and performance issues; promptly and clearlyDocument events throughout the day to aid in development of driving technologyClearly communicate feedback on system performance; strengths and improvement areasWhat you'll need to succeed:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with two years of employment experience required. Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferredMust 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 thereafterAbility to pass ten-panel drug screen and criminal background checks conducted prior to employmentEnjoyment of driving for extended periods of time.Ability to monitor software via laptop in a moving vehicle; type proficiently; and communicate in a clear and concise mannerExperience in a professional work environment where safety, honesty, procedure and/or software testing are emphasizedStrong interest in technology and software and the ability to adapt to its ever-changing developments and improvementsAbility to work in close quarters in a professional manner for extended periods of timeAbility to work independently or with minimal supervisionWillingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as neededNice to have:
Autonomous Vehicle and/or on-road data collection industry experienceWorking knowledge of Atlassian Jira basics
Learn more about Latitude's team, mission and career opportunities at lat.ai!
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.
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.