Software Engineering Manager II, Bench Infrastructure

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 Test Bench team is an organization that leverages HIL platforms to enable system level integration and testing of Latitude software and firmware.  We work to discover issues and drive towards permanent fixes through off-vehicle tests using vehicle-identical hardware.  We are looking for an experienced leader to manage the Bench Infrastructure team, which is responsible for advanced software test solutions that ensure the quality and integrity of Latitude’s deliverables.

What you’ll do: 

• Architect, implement, and support our Bench Test platform and associated tooling to support Integration and Test
• Manage the Bench Infrastructure team, leading the vision for a team of software engineers
• Collaborate with internal customers to define and deliver high-impact features
• Write code for automating the build, test, deployment, monitoring and support of Latitude software
• Participate in code and architecture reviews, and empowering new users of the Bench platform
• Follow and promote software engineering and analytics best practices across the organization
• Work with Embedded, Cloud and Integration teams on key cross-functional deliverables

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 7+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or PhD and 2+ years of relevant experience)
• 7+ years of hands-on development experience in Python/C++ environments
• 7+ years of expertise in embedded software testing on target hardware
• Extensive management experience with functional testing, automation testing and API testing
• Solid understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes
• Strong communication skills and ability to summarize complex information to drive actions and continuous improvement
• Experience with Jenkins or equivalent Continuous Integration systems

Nice to have: 

• Automotive firmware testing experience
• Hardware-Software Integration experience

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
• Complimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacks for onsite employees
• 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 $211,920 - $317,880 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.