Senior Software Systems Engineer - Autonomy Behavior and Metrics

About the role

The Latitude AI Systems Engineering team combines all aspects of the autonomy stack into a cohesive product. We collaborate closely with various cross-functional teams to define the architecture, requirements, test plans, and test cases for a suite of ADAS features at different levels of autonomy (L1, L2, and L3), as well as for L3 Eyes-FreeOnboard (vehicle and cloud) autonomy functions. Our responsibilities include system-level analysis and metrics evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Ownership (lead and execute) of the systems engineering of multiple Autonomy Behavior components of the autonomy software stack
• Write requirements for the performance of a variety of features and the related functions, considering nominal operations, vehicle and environmental variations, and operational domain bounding conditions
• Lead system level performance analysis and build evaluation pipelines, including designing metrics, defining targets, and requiring novel research
• Develop innovative metrics and dashboards for driving behavior and/or system performance that support decisions, direct efforts, and provide clarity
• Analyze test results to identify performance and functional gaps in the system, working with key stakeholders to develop mitigations for these gaps
• Work closely with the Integration and Test team at Latitude to develop and execute the Design Verification Plan for our features to inform product readiness for launch
• Periodically get hands-on with the product and provide expert feedback/insight to relevant teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD
• Experience in motion planning, motion control, or robotics
• Experience with analysis, metrics development, verification, or validation of complex robotics systems, preferably in autonomous applications
• Experience performing analyses and requirement formulation that inform decision making
• Familiarity with formal verification is a plus
• Experience programming in Python, C++, or similar
• Strong desire to learn new skills related to technology and software
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD
• Experience in motion planning, motion control, or robotics
• Experience with analysis, metrics development, verification, or validation of complex robotics systems, preferably in autonomous applications
• Experience performing analyses and requirement formulation that inform decision making
• Familiarity with formal verification is a plus
• Experience programming in Python, C++, or similar
• Strong desire to learn new skills related to technology and software
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as needed

Skills

• Experience with Jira or similar ticketing systems
• Familiarity with working in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 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
• 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

Pay

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.

Schedule

Latitude employees are also eligible to participate in Latitude’s annual bonus programs, equity compensation, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.