[Remote] Senior Software Engineer - ML Integration

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Latitude AI develops automated driving technologies for Ford vehicles at scale. The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for integrating and optimizing algorithms and models for predicting traffic behavior and enhancing the autonomy system's quality and safety.ResponsibilitiesIntegrate and optimize algorithms and models for predicting the future behavior of other traffic participants in real time and planning a proper responseMeasure the statistical properties and quality of predictions and plansBuild a system that safely handles nominal and out-of-distribution driving eventsEvaluate and verify the system's performance on real-world and simulated dataImprove and deliver reliable software through continuous integration, automated testing and code reviewsCollaborate across different teams to jointly achieve objectives in improving system performanceMonitor system performance and ensure designs and implementation stay within resource constraintsSkillsBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD)Fluency in modern C++ including good software design skills and experience with PythonKnowledgeable in areas pertaining to probabilistic inference, probability theory, statisticsApplication of Machine Learning in classification, regression, time series forecastingWillingness to dive into anything, but know when to ask for cross team collaborationStrong written and verbal communication skills are requiredFamiliarity with PyTorch, ONNX and deployment/optimization of models is desiredIndustry experience writing production-quality, performance-critical code, and maintaining large codebases is desiredBenefitsCompetitive 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 initiativesLatitude employees are also eligible to participate in Latitude’s annual bonus programs, equity compensation, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirementsCompany OverviewLatitude AI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company developing automated driving technologies. It was founded in 2022, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://lat.ai/.Company H1B SponsorshipLatitude AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.