Mapping Data Services Coordinator II

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 Mapping Operations team provides an accurate, up-to-date HD map that describes the world around us. This map, collected onboard our vehicles and processed by our team, must meet intense quality standards achieved through structured workflows, rigorous policy and attention to detail. Along with providing HD map production, the team supports and enables data-driven decision making by providing GIS analysis to teams across Ford and Latitude.

What you’ll do: 

• Responsible for multiple high-level team functions related to producing, analyzing, and creating standards for GIS and mapping data
• Work with management  to define targets, set priorities, and measure and report on progress
• Define, develop, and present key organizational and department metrics related to production output, quality, and/or other business metrics
• Develop system processes, standards, and documentation for the Data Services Operations teamSupport team in delivery of core requisite mapping operations that drive system development and broader enterprise capability in ADAS
• Coordinate and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the map production workflow
• Provide input on software development initiatives and coordinate releases of new tools and features
• Actively work through multiple threads of work at varying levels and consistently deliver high output for the Mapping Operations team
• Acts as a key contributor in complex and critical work streams that impact Mapping Operation’s output and KPIs

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of employment experience required. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree with four years of employment experience or a High School Diploma or GED equivalent with six years of employment experience required
• 3 - 5 years of experience coordinating, managing, or producing HD geospatial dataStrong ability to collaboratively shape, refine and prioritize ambiguous requirements into effective solutions
• Experience with documenting complex, technical processes
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

Nice to have: 

• Programming experience using SQL, Python, and JavaScript
• Bachelor's Degree with a major emphasis in GIS, Computer Science/Engineering, Cartography, Geography preferred

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!

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.

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.