Senior Software Systems Engineer - Autonomy Behavior and MetricsLatitude AI (lat.ai) is building the future of Ford's autonomy roadmap to make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. Bringing this vision to scale, our fully in-house developed hands-free ADAS platform will debut on Ford's all-new Universal Electric Vehicle in 2027.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 redefining the relationship between people and their vehicles for millions of customers.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.What You'll DoOwnership (lead and execute) of the systems engineering of multiple Autonomy Behavior components of autonomy software stackWrite requirements for the performance for a variety of features and the related functions considering nominal operations, vehicle and environmental variations, and operational domain bounding conditionsLead system level performance analysis and build evaluation pipelines.
This would include designing metrics, defining targets, requiring novel research and ownershipDevelop innovative metrics and dashboards for driving behavior and/or system performance that support decisions, direct efforts, and provide clarityAnalyze test results to identify performance and functional gaps in the system, working with key stakeholders to develop mitigations for these gapsWork 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 launchPeriodically get hands-on with the product and see the designs in action and to provide expert feedback/insight to relevant teamsWhat You'll Need to SucceedBachelor'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 roboticsExperience with analysis, metrics development, verification, or validation of complex robotics systems, preferably in autonomous applicationsExperience performing analyses and requirement formulation that inform decision makingExperience using scientific methods for trade studies, testing, and problem solving. Familiarity with formal verification is a plusExperience programming in Python, C++ or similarStrong desire to learn new skills related to technology and softwareExcellent communication skillsAbility to work independently or with minimal supervisionWillingness to travel to remote offices and test facilities as neededNice to HaveExperience with Jira or similar ticketing systemsComfortability using Jama or similar requirements management systemsFamiliarity with working in a fast paced environmentWhat We Offer YouCompetitive compensation packagesHigh-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth savings account with available employer matchEmployer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vestingEmployer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurancePaid parental leavePaid medical leaveUnlimited vacation15 paid holidaysDaily lunches, snacks, and beverages available in all office locationsPre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesPre-tax commuter benefitsMonthly wellness stipendAdoption/Surrogacy support programBackup child and elder care programProfessional development reimbursementEmployee assistance programDiscounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and moreCompany and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiatives