Full-Time
Manager – Engineering
Autonomy Software Release Manager
Posted on 2/1/2025
Torc Robotics
501-1,000 employees
Develops autonomous driving technology for trucks
Compensation Overview
$160.8k - $193kAnnually
Senior, Expert
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in software engineering or release management, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Proficiency in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines and release management processes
- Expertise in version control systems, including branching and merging strategies (e.g., Git)
- Strong understanding of code quality standards, automated testing, and metrics
- Experience with infrastructure tools and frameworks for deployment and integration.
- Familiarity with robotic or autonomous systems software is a plus
- Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of engineers focused on software release management, delivery pipelines, and deployment infrastructure.
- Design and implement version control strategies, CI/CD pipelines, and release management processes to ensure high-quality software delivery.
- Contribute directly to infrastructure setup, pipeline development, and integration support until the team is established
- Work closely with integration, deployment, simulation, and development teams to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
- Define and enforce rigorous code quality standards through automated testing and reviews
- Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, improve developer productivity, and enhance software reliability.
- Experience in Agile development methodologies
- Knowledge of safety-critical software development and release standards
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar containerization and orchestration tools.
- Background in supporting large-scale software systems integration and deployment
- Hands-on experience with simulation environments or virtual testing for autonomous systems
Torc Robotics develops software systems for self-driving trucks, focusing on Level 4 autonomous driving technology that allows trucks to operate without human intervention in specific conditions. Their technology enhances road safety and meets the logistics industry's growing demands. Torc Robotics partners with major truck manufacturers, like Daimler Trucks, and collaborates with companies such as Luminar Technologies to integrate advanced sensors into their systems. They generate revenue by selling their software to truck manufacturers and fleet operators, as well as providing ongoing support and updates. The company's goal is to improve efficiency and safety in freight transportation, positioning themselves as a leader in the autonomous vehicle market.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
M&A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Blacksburg, Virginia
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Torc's strategic focus on Texas aligns with major freight corridors, enhancing market penetration.
- Partnership with Aeva improves safety and decision-making in autonomous trucks.
- Expansion into Ann Arbor leverages automotive expertise, accelerating technology development.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from companies like Waymo could impact Torc's market share.
- Delays in regulatory approvals may hinder Torc's commercial operations.
- Reliance on partnerships like Daimler poses risks if these partnerships dissolve.
What makes Torc Robotics unique
- Torc Robotics focuses on self-driving trucks, a niche in autonomous vehicle technology.
- Their partnership with Daimler Trucks enhances their credibility and market access.
- Torc's modular products allow rapid integration into various robotic systems.
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Benefits
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
Company News
by Max MaxfieldOn the one hand, the overly enthusiastic predictions for fully autonomous automobiles have, thus far, fallen somewhat behind schedule (sad face). On the other hand, it now looks like we will see fully autonomous trucks barreling down our interstate highways circa 2027 (happy face).The idea of autonomous automobiles has been around for longer than most people might think. For example, the concept of self-driving cars was showcased at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York as part of General Motor’s “Futurama” exhibit. This vision included automated highways and predicted autonomous cars “within the next 20 years.”As an aside, when Matt Groening and David X. Cohen created their animated series Futurama in 1999, they borrowed the name from the GM World’s Fair exhibit to reflect their show’s themes of futuristic technology and societal evolution.In 2004, the U.S. Department of Defense held the first DARPA Grand Challenge, sparking predictions that fully autonomous vehicles would be widely available “within the next 10 to 20 years.” (Didn’t someone just say that? It’s like déjà vu all over again!)And in 2015, whilst his attentions were still focused on advancing technology in the form of electronic vehicles and spaceships, the Tony Stark of irrational tweets (a.k.a
Looking ahead to 2027, Torc plans to launch commercial autonomous trucking operations in Texas.
Torc Robotics starts 2025 with revamped strategy(Photo: Torc Robotics)Virginia-based Torc Robotics, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, is entering 2025 with a revamped growth strategy focused on building out an autonomous hub in Texas while expanding its software footprint in Michigan. The expansion did come with a cost, namely the loss of the original testing location in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and its technology hub in Stuttgart, Germany, which are winding down during the first half of 2025. Andrew Culhane, chief commercial officer at Torc Robotics, said in the release: “The Albuquerque and Stuttgart locations were critical for our development phases, as we tested on New Mexico highways and developed specifications for our product in Stuttgart. As we shift focus to testing on our launch lane from DFW to Laredo and developing a world-class team, we need to locate our resources in the areas that align with our future plans and lay the foundation for scaling the business to our customers’ needs,”The company also recently announced it had signed a leasing agreement for a facility that will serve as Torc’s autonomous truck hub in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This location is part of Torc’s autonomous testing and customer freight pilots, ahead of plans for full commercialization in 2027.One reason Dallas-Forth Worth was chosen was its proximity to Laredo, Texas, a major freight route located along Interstate 35. The release notes, “Laredo is the largest economic port of entry in the US, with more than 15,000 truck crossings per day and $320B in total trade last year, opening up a prime opportunity for Torc’s growth.”Part of the expansion comes from a recent milestone last October, when Torc Robotics successfully completed a test of its autonomous truck without a driver in a multilane closed course. The test operated at speeds up to 65 mph with a Daimler Truck Freightliner Cascadia.Amazon goes Old World for new electric trucks(Photo: Mercedes-Benz Trucks/Amazon)Amazon recently placed an order for 200 new eActros600 trucks from Mercedes-Benz Trucks, adding to the 38 electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) in operation in Europe
Torc started 2025 - its 20th anniversary year - in a big way, by making a splash at CES in Las Vegas, January 7-10, 2025.
Torc is preparing to launch a commercial AV lane from Dallas-Fort Worth to Laredo, Texas, as early as 2026 and recalibrating where its workforce is based.