Software Engineer 1

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.

Software Engineer I positions offered by Latitude AI, LLC (Pittsburgh, PA). 

What you’ll do: 

• Design and implement the frontend and backend systems that enable Latitude teams to manage and process stored logs
• Work closely with a broad range of teams to clarify and/or define requirements, including engineers working on the self-driving system and the operations teams that validate the self-driving system
• Write robust, well-tested, maintainable and well-crafted code
• Ensure services are performant, scalable and reliable as the amount of data to process continues to grow rapidly
• Engage with customers by responding to support questions and resolving production issues
• Provide code reviews for other team members

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
• Education, training, or experience must include:
  o Applying fundamental algorithms and data structures to solve complex problems;
  o Designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable software systems to support business objectives;
  o Developing and maintaining web applications using Typescript and React;
  o Developing and maintaining software systems using C++, Java, or Python;
  o Utilizing cloud-based tools and Kubernetes to build and manage applications;
  o Building automated pipelines as part of a CI/CD process utilizing git, Jenkins, and Docker; and
  o Creating technical documentation and writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality. 

Employee reports to Pittsburgh, PA, but may telecommute from any location in the U.S. Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.

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
• 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 $124,400 - $198,000 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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