About the Company
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.
Meet the Team
Join the Autonomous Driving Kit (AD-Kit) Components Group, where we design, source, develop, build, and deliver highly scalable AD-Kit components, including an automotive-grade compute platform and cutting-edge sensor technologies. In close cooperation with our component suppliers, we ensure that each component is validated and verified against system-level and component requirements, following best-in-class functional safety and cybersecurity standards.
What You’ll Do
As a Staff Systems Engineer, you will own and drive the technical direction of the group at a systems level. This role spans across hardware engineering, software enablement, and systems engineering to ensure seamless component integration and validation. You will work on embedded computes, data logging, power distribution, smart antennas, and all sensor modalities (radar, LiDAR, camera, microphone, etc.).
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, promoting best practices and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Lead the development of system, sub-system, safety, and cybersecurity requirement specifications.
- Drive design discussions across hardware, software, functional safety, and validation teams.
- Develop and implement testing and validation strategies to ensure component performance meets system requirements.
- Collaborate with automotive Tier-1 suppliers, removing technical blockers to streamline project execution.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating best practices into development processes.
- Participate in system reviews and troubleshooting, driving root cause analysis and resolution of technical issues.
- Mentor and guide engineers across the group, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of experience (Master’s with 7+ years).
- Hands-on experience in hardware and software engineering.
- Strong background in requirements management (DOORS, Jama) and automotive ECUs.
- Experience with sensor modalities (LiDAR, radar, cameras, IMUs, microphones, GNSS).
- Knowledge of data buses (CAN, PCIe, Ethernet, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, I2C).
- Familiarity with high-speed signaling, signal integrity, and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters).
- Proven ability to structure, decompose, delegate, and follow up on technical solutions.
- Strong ability to align technical objectives with business value and articulate the impact.
- Flexibility for travel to project sites, with potential for international travel as needed.
Bonus Points!
- Experience in ISO 26262, ASPICE, and safety-critical systems for L4 autonomous applications.
- Expertise in FMCW LiDAR, MEMS LiDAR, radar, RF technology.
- Experience with processing and analyzing large sensor datasets for performance evaluation.
- Programming experience in C, C++, Python, and Linux.
- Knowledge of high-speed signals on PCBs (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR memory).
Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r
Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:
- A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
- 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
- 401K plan with a 6% employer match
- Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
- Company-wide holiday office closures
- AD+D and Life Insurance
Hiring Range for Job Opening
US Pay Range
$168,800—$202,600 USD
At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.
Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
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What We Do
Torc Robotics is an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, a global leader and pioneer in trucking. Founded in 2005 at the birth of the self-driving vehicle revolution, we have 17 years of experience in pioneering safety-critical, self-driving applications. Torc offers a complete self-driving vehicle software and integration solution and is currently focusing on commercializing self-driving trucks.
Why Work With Us
Every Torc’r is unique. The traits that define and motivate us to save lives are what unite us. At Torc, we recognize that technical prowess is only part of the equation. Our team includes people with a consistent drive to accomplish great things. We look for those who don’t let ego get in the way of teamwork.
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