Senior Software Engineer, Mapping Tools

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business. 

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight. 

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer. You’ll work with an experienced team of people who are committed to creating safer roads and saving lives, and your contributions will have an unequivocal impact on the future of trucking and autonomous technology. 

What you’ll do: 

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop tools that enable map-based autonomous driving. As part of the mapping tools team, you will be able to design, implement, and improve algorithms used to create and manage map data as well as assess the health of maps.You will gain a deep understanding of not only the self-driving technology, but also its real-world challenges and how to convert such technology into real products. Moreover, you will be responsible for developing components to support on-vehicle software. 

• Design systems and software architecture for new components. 
• Analyze and improve the current map creation and maintenance algorithms 
• Research mapping algorithms and apply excellent algorithm design and programming skills to improve our software. 
• Prototype and deploy robust and reliable solutions to map creation and maintenance problems. 
• Collaborate closely with a creative team of engineers and researchers. 
• Mentor other junior engineers on the team if needed. 

What you’ll need to Succeed: 

• BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field with 10 years of industry experience 
• 2+ years relevant work experience in robotics, aerospace or automotive systems engineering 
• Proven experience with algorithm design and C++ programming 
• Working experience with Linux 
• Ability to troubleshoot software, optimize code, and perform unit testing. Be able to collaborate with other team members to do integration testing 

Bonus Points! 

• MS + 7 years of industry experience OR PhD + 5 years of industry experience 
• Experience with Python 
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System)  
• Understanding of 3D Geometry /Transforms 
• Experience with machine learning 
• Experience with mentoring junior developers 

Perks of being a Torc’r 

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and their future. Additionally, we are always open to suggestions to accommodate individual employee needs.  Torc offers: 

• Full coverage of monthly medical premiums for full-time employees 
• Medical/dental/vision/ AD+D and Life Insurance 
• 401K plan with employer matching 
• Annual learning and development stipend 
• Leadership development training 
• Collaborative, energetic, and team-focused work environment 
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation 

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