Staff Embedded Software 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 Embedded Software team develops foundational platform software that is critical to development across the company. The team develops FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS, and bare metal environments for both QM and ASIL applications on a variety of embedded targets including ARM. Projects often impact all levels of the stack from the bootchain to applications and usually require cross-functional collaboration with other engineering teams. We have a strong passion for technical excellence and rigorous compliance with ASPICE and ISO26262.

What you’ll do:

• Own development of end-to-end embedded software features from concept through delivery


• Deliver embedded software that runs on multiple platforms


• Create architectures and development plans and help the team execute on them effectively


• Collaborate with other Latitude and Ford software teams to ensure related dependencies are identified and resolved


• Implement device drivers and bring-up new hardware for the first time


• Mentor junior engineers and help set the direction of the program through deep technical analysis


• Establish and refine best practices for safety-critical embedded software development

What you'll need to succeed:

• Passion for Embedded Software Development in C and C++


• Experience with one or more of the following:




• FreeRTOS and SafeRTOS development on ARM architectures


• Automotive Ethernet; UDS, DOIP, Some/IP


• ISO26262, SOTIF, & ASPICE or similar standards for safety critical applications


• Development and deployment of security features such as secure boot, secure communication, secure key management


• Embedded development on multi-core, ARM-based SOCs


• Strong project leadership and communication skills to collaborate across the ASPICE V-model


• Flexibility to work across all layers of the software stack from device drivers to applications


• Expertise in Linux-based software development and related technologies including gtests, Python, Bazel, and Docker


• 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)

Nice to have:

• Experience using the gtest framework for unit test development


• Development and support of software tools and infrastructure that improve developer experience


• Expertise in debugging low-level performance issues across a complex embedded system

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 $218,240 - $327,360 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.