Staff Software Engineer - High Level OS

Meet the team:

The Onboard Platform - High Level OS team is an embedded software team which is responsible for managing OS bring-up and maintenance including but not limited to bootloader, kernel/device tree, rootfs, runtime configs, firmware/secure-world interfaces, and secure boot for onboard/secondary systems.

What you’ll do: 

• Lead the BSP architectural designs for a variety of embedded Linux platforms
• Work with systems team to develop requirements for multiple Linux-based platforms
• Work within the cross-functional teams to ensure the Linux OS satisfies system requirements across the broader ADAS organization
• Design + Develop + Maintain the custom bootchain and Linux OS running on our ADAS platforms
• Design + Implement recovery boot workflows
• Aid in the design and implementation of secure boot mechanisms 
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of hardware, software and system engineers to ensure the success of our product
• Act as Architectural Lead for the BSP team

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)
• Significant experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded, buildroot, or similar Linux packaging technologies
• Significant experience developing Linux device drivers for Ethernet, GPU, PCIE or flash devices like UFS, eMMC, OSPI
• Bootloader experience, including but not limited to U-Boot or UEFI. 
• Experience with OTA update mechanisms
• Experience with Secure Boot, DMVerity, FSCrypt, and other production-security technologies
• Strong experience developing embedded applications and systems using C++
• Track record of technical leadership in automotive or related fields taking products to production
• Strong communication, organizational, and soft leadership skills

Nice to have: 

• 8+ years of experience designing and developing system-level or embedded-level software in software-heavy projects
• Experience with OPTEE Trusted Applications, and Arm Trusted Firmware
• Experience in working with Multi-Processor/Heterogeneous SoC Platforms
• Experience using the gtest framework for unit test development
• Development and support of software tools and infrastructure that improve developer experience
• Expertise in Linux-based software development and related technologies including Python, Bazel, and Docker

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.

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