Software Engineer, Map Engineering (Intelligent Systems)

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, AI Robotic systems, C++, Data structuring, Design, Docker, Effective communication skills, Kubernetes-K8s, Machine learning techniques, Optimization, Planning and organization, PostgreSQL, Python Programming, Unix Operating system

Job Description

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:

Maps play a critical role in the success of Latitude AI. Today’s autonomous vehicles require a unique map of the world they are operating within for everything from navigation to context of the environment around them.

The Map Engineering team builds and maintains the mapping pipeline and a suite of services and tools that interact with our maps. Huge amount of data collected with multiple sensors gets processed by our pipeline and eventually becomes the High Definition map that is used by the autonomous vehicles. Join a team using cutting edge technologies to create solutions for highly detailed and complex maps that empower our autonomous vehicles.

What you’ll do: 

• Design and implement backend systems to build maps for our growing fleet of autonomous vehicles
• Develop rigorous software products using Python
• Work with image, and other sensor data to build HD maps for self-driving vehicles
• Work with internal teams on SLAM, 2D segmentation, classification and other ML models
• Problem solve in a fast paced environment and work with complex software
• Work with internal teams to understand their needs and define requirements/interfaces
• Design scalable solutions for big-data storage and retrieval on AWS using Kubernetes, Argo Workflows and other cloud technologies

What you'll need to succeed:

• Degree (Bachelor's +) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Robotics or a related field
• Strong design and architecture: You must be able to understand and balance requirements in complex software systems
• Deep programming skills in a major language (2+ years of experience) : We work in C++, Java, Kotlin, Go and Python. You must be able to implement clean and efficient code and interfaces
• Ability to communicate complicated technical information: We are working on hard problems in a very fast paced team environment
• Outstanding engineering judgment: You understand how to scope solutions to produce a high volume of quality work with maximum value
• Technical expertise in Linux system development, profiling, and optimization
• Ability to work beyond your core engineering field and understand how the pieces fit together in the larger system

Nice to have (optional):

• Knowledge of GraphQL and practical experience building APIs and clients
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL and PostGIS
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of Terraform

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
• 13 paid holidays
• Complimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacks
• 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