Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Networking

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 Onboard Platforms team is an embedded software team responsible for the development and maintenance of the operating system, on-vehicle network, timesync, vehicle interface, and security for the L1/L2/L3 autonomous vehicle compute clusters.

What you'll do:

Deliver safe and efficient embedded software for state-of-the-art sensing systems

Produce high-quality, maintainable code using C++

Design and optimize in-vehicle networks to communicate with the sensors and provide the common timebase for the autonomy software

Design, implement, and test full-stack software running in resource-constrained environments

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of hardware, software and system engineers to ensure the success of our product

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)

Strong experience developing embedded applications and systems using C++

Proficient in network communication concepts including protocols, physical layer requirements, bandwidth characteristics, and configuration

Knowledge of TCP/IP, Ethernet, CAN, and experience working with Marvell/Broadcom (or similar automotive-grade) Ethernet switches, including low-level configuration, firmware interaction, and troubleshooting hardware-software interface issues

Strong software design, algorithm, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Strong test-first design mindset

Experience with multi-processor SoCs or similar embedded processors

Experience with time synchronization, IEEE802.1AS, and Linux PTP is preferred

Prefer candidates with experience developing software for highly complex, safety-critical sensing systems with specific emphasis on network design for fault detection, and time synchronization for safety-critical data paths

Nice to have:

Strong modern C++ skills

Understanding of networking and time-sensitve networking

Experience developing Linux device drivers for Ethernet, GPU, PCIE or flash devices like UFS, eMMC, NVMe

Experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded, buildroot, or similar Linux packaging technologies

Track record of technical leadership in automotive or related fields taking products to production

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.

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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