Ed Venator

Ed Venator is an experienced technical lead and software engineer specializing in autonomy systems, with a career spanning over a decade in the field of self-driving technology. Currently serving as Technical Lead for Faults, Signals, and Modes at Latitude AI since February 2023, Ed is responsible for the design and implementation of fault monitoring systems. Prior experience includes significant roles at Argo AI, where Ed functioned as a staff software engineer and technical lead in various capacities, including Minimum Risk Condition behaviors and fault aggregation. Ed's foundational work in motion planning and control integration, along with previous engineering experience at Southwest Research Institute and research-focused roles at Case Western Reserve University, highlights a robust technical background, complemented by advanced degrees in Systems and Control Engineering and Electrical Engineering.