Senior Linux Software Systems Engineer

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 Platform team provides Linux, FreeRTOS, and SafeRTOS, environments for all Software Engineering teams, in addition to on-vehicle network architecture and timesync, and interfaces for communicating with the vehicle. We support both QM and ASIL applications on a variety of targets such as Aurix and ARM. Projects often impact all levels of the stack from BSP/OS to Applications and usually require cross functional collaboration with other engineering teams. We have a strong passion for technical excellence and compliance with ASPICE and ISO26262. 

What you’ll do: 

• Ownership of software features end-to-end from concept through delivery.
• Assist in kernel configuration and compilation, and applying custom patches.
• Drive and assist implementation of strong test plans for the Linux operating system.
• Develop software components across the Linux user-space and kernel boundaries to enable integration of key security features and debug tooling.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and other software teams to integrate features seamlessly across the stack.
• Mentor junior engineers and help set the direction of the program through deep technical analysis. 
• Non-comprehensive tasking examples are: assisting in the creation of a secure key management application to interface with OPTEE, optimizing initialization, assisting with triage and debugging of problems in the Linux OS release and writing test cases in Python to fix test escapes, trimming down kernel and rootfs to required components.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Strong skills in modern C++.
• Experience with SystemD or other init systems.
• Strong skills in Python and Docker.
• Strong Linux debugging skills.
• Flexibility to work or debug across all layers of the stack from Device Drivers to Application.
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of relevant industry experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Bazel.
• Experience leading and improving continuous integration efforts.
• Linux performance optimization.
• Strong understanding of embedded Linux on ARM.

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 $174,000 - $261,000 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.