Latitude AI

Senior Software Engineer, Offboard Models

Palo Alto, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Autonomous Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, AI & Machine Learning, Computer VisionIndustries

Position Overview

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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.

Meet the team:

The Offboard Models team is a group of highly skilled and experienced professionals who specialize in cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning technology. Together, we collaborate to create auto-labeling and data augmentation solutions for autonomy consumers including perception and mapping. On the auto-labeling front, the primary focus is on developing multi-view, multi-sensor deep learning models capable of leveraging the maximal sensing suite on our development and consumer vehicles to perform a wide range of tasks such as 3D object detection, lane line detection and scene segmentation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop auto-labeling and/or data augmentation solutions for addressing the data diversity and/or annotation needs for onboard perception
  • Read literature, analyze raw data, and design state-of-the-art solutions
  • Collaborate with perception experts and experienced roboticists on algorithm design, prototyping, testing, cloud deployment, and productization
  • Develop clean and efficient software for auto-labeling and/or data augmentation modules interfacing with consumer modules such as perception and resimulation
  • Build and maintain industry-leading software practices and principles
  • Show initiative and be a valued team member in a fast-paced, innovative, and entrepreneurial environment

Requirements

  • 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)
  • Strong knowledge and experience (4+ years) in machine learning, with a proven track record of developing and deploying deep learning solutions using PyTorch, Tensorflow, or similar frameworks
  • Experience in developing perception systems using sensors such as camera, LiDAR, and RADAR
  • Experience in developing object detection, lane detection, or semantic segmentation models
  • At least 4 years of development experience in Python/C++ environments

Nice to have:

  • Experience developing transformer models, diffusion models, or vision language models (VLM)

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.

Skills

Computer Vision
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Auto-labeling
Data Augmentation
Sensor Data Processing
3D Object Detection
Scene Segmentation
Algorithm Design
Prototyping
Cloud Deployment
Software Development

Latitude AI

Develops automated driving technologies for vehicles

About Latitude AI

Latitude AI develops automated driving technologies aimed at enhancing the driving experience. Their primary product is a hands-free, eyes-off driver assist system designed for next-generation Ford vehicles. This system allows drivers to engage in other activities while the vehicle manages driving tasks, thereby making driving safer and less stressful. Latitude AI stands out from competitors by combining the agility of a startup with the manufacturing capabilities of Ford, enabling rapid development and integration of advanced technologies into vehicles. The company's goal is to redefine how people interact with their cars, improving safety and providing drivers with more free time during their journeys.

Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Medical Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Professional Development Budget
Mental Health Support
Employee Discounts
Adoption Assistance
Backup Child and Elder Care Program
Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
Employer-paid Group Term Life Insurance

Risks

Competition from tech giants like Tesla and Google may impact market share.
Continuous updates needed due to rapid AI advancements could be costly.
Consumer skepticism and regulatory hurdles may slow technology adoption.

Differentiation

Latitude AI combines startup agility with Ford's manufacturing excellence.
Focuses on hands-free, eyes-off driver assist systems for Ford vehicles.
Operates independently while serving millions of Ford customers.

Upsides

Increased investment in AI-driven automotive technologies boosts sensor fusion advancements.
V2X communication technologies enhance vehicle interaction with the environment.
Edge computing enables real-time data processing, improving automated driving performance.

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