Senior Autonomy Software Engineer @ Torc Robotics

Senior Autonomy Software Engineer

Localization

Posted on 10/21/2022

INACTIVE

Locations

Blacksburg, VA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

CUDA

Data Analysis

Data Structures & Algorithms

C/C++/C#

Linux/Unix

React.js

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, or engineering equivalent with 3 years of relevant industry experience
Extensive industry experience in Robotics/Autonomy algorithms, architecture, and design in mapping & localization
Extensive experience writing production code using modern C++ on Linux
Proficient understanding of probability, statistics, probabilistic modeling, and linear algebra
Semantic Segmentation using Deep Learning
LIDAR sensor data processing algorithms
CUDA (GPU Programming) programming is desired

Responsibilities

Analyze & improve the current localization algorithms, ensuring our self-driving vehicles have the best localization accuracy to drive safely and smoothly on the road
Research the state-of-the-art localization algorithms and apply excellent algorithm design & programming skills to our self-driving software
Prototype and deploy robust and reliable solutions to cutting-edge localization problems
Collaborate closely with a creative team of engineers and researchers
Improve how our vehicles act and react in complex and nuanced situations

Desired Qualifications

Masters degree with 3 years of relevant industry experience OR
PhD with 1 years of relevant industry experience

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.

About the Company

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

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.

What you’ll do:

We are seeking a Senior Localization Software Engineer to develop software that enables map-based autonomous driving. As part of the localization team, you will be able to design, implement, and improve algorithms used to localize a vehicle within the map in real time. You will also 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.

Analyze & improve the current localization algorithms, ensuring our self-driving vehicles have the best localization accuracy to drive safely and smoothly on the road.
Research the state-of-the-art localization algorithms and apply excellent algorithm design & programming skills to our self-driving software.
Prototype and deploy robust and reliable solutions to cutting-edge localization problems.
Collaborate closely with a creative team of engineers and researchers.
Improve how our vehicles act and react in complex and nuanced situations

What you’ll need to Succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, or engineering equivalent with 3 years of relevant industry experience
Extensive industry experience in Robotics/Autonomy algorithms, architecture, and design in mapping & localization
Extensive experience writing production code using modern C++ on Linux
Proficient understanding of probability, statistics, probabilistic modeling, and linear algebra
Semantic Segmentation using Deep Learning
LIDAR sensor data processing algorithms
CUDA (GPU Programming) programming is desired

Bonus Points!

Masters degree with 3 years of relevant industry experience OR
PhD with 1 years of relevant industry experience

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

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. We’re always looking for those that are hungry, humble, and people smart and your unique experience may be a great fit for this role or others.

201-500 employees

Website

Self-driving software

Company Overview

Torc Robotics’ mission is simple: to save lives. The company is committed to commercializing self-driving technology to make the world a safer place. Moreover, Torc Robotics is creating commercialization-ready autonomous solutions, proven safe and carefully crafted to meet real industry goals.

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 Core Values

Hungry: Hungry for knowledge. Hungry for action. Torc’rs always strive to learn and do more.
Humble: Torc’rs are humble. We do not lead with egos. We place team success over individual accomplishment.
People Smart: Torc’rs are empathetic, respectful and open-minded to people from all backgrounds.