Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
4+ years relevant experience (or 2+ years with a Master's, or PhD)
Proven ability to deliver high-priority assignments efficiently
Experience in a safety-focused professional environment
Strong desire to learn new technology and software skills
Detail-oriented with a solid focus on safety and procedure
Excellent written communication skills
Responsibilities
Develop systems architectures and verification plans for perception functions
Contribute to software architecture and requirements
Define use cases and scenarios for perception capabilities
Design metrics and tooling for perception software and hardware testing
Act as a cross-functional expert in software, algorithms, and hardware
Analyze performance using detailed statistical methods
Prototype tools in Python or C++ to assess perception performance
Benefits
High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-matched 401(k) with immediate vesting
Unlimited vacation and 15 paid holidays
Monthly wellness stipend
Paid parental and medical leave
Backup child and elder care program
Professional development reimbursement
Full Job Description
Meet the team:
The Latitude AI Perception Systems Engineering Team brings all the components of the autonomy stack together. We work very closely with the software teams to verify all of the functions of the autonomy stack from sensing and perception through prediction and motion planning.
What you'll do:
Develop Systems Architectures, Requirements and Verification plans for Perception Functions
Contribute to the Software Architecture and Requirements
Define use cases and bounding scenarios that define the limits of perception capabilities
Design and Build Metrics and Tooling for Verification and Testing of Perception software and hardware
Act as a Cross-Functional expert in Software, Algorithms and Hardware related to Perception Functions
Apply detailed statistical knowledge to estimate system and functional level performance
Analyze and root cause on-car results to identify performance improvements in a data-driven manner
Work with the testing and triage teams to implement in car tests
Work with the analytics, data science and cloud computing teams to implement metrics at scale
Prototype different tools (in Python or C++) to analyze perception performance
Perform data driven trade studies on a number of hardware and software alternatives
Cultivate and maintain a healthy, diverse work culture and environment with a strong emphasis on safety
Develop, mentor and coach others in your area of expertise
Act as subject matter expert across the perception functions
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)
Proven track record of delivering high priority assignments efficiently
Experience in a professional work environment where safety, honesty, procedure and/or software testing are emphasized
Strong desire to learn new skills related to technology and software
Excellent written communication skills
Detail oriented mindset with a focus on safety and procedure
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Willingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as needed
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 $179,200 - $268,800 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. #LI-CQ1
