Senior Software Engineer - Platform Enablement (Infra/Cloud) Ann Arbor, MI

Torc Robotics, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in autonomous vehicle technology seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop scalable software systems for HiL test platforms. You will work closely with various teams to enhance testing and development processes, utilizing skills in C++, Python, and Bash. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package with bonus

100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums

401K plan with 6% employer match

Flexible schedule and generous paid vacation

AD+D and Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in software engineering or 4+ with a Master's.
• Experience with network design and high-speed data systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of scalable software systems for HiL test platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to build tools for testing and development.

Skills

C++

Python

Bash

Debugging

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in CS, CE, EE, Robotics

Master’s in related field

Tools

Bazel

Docker

AWS

REST APIs

gRPC

ROS/ROS2

Job description

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 transformhow 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:
The Platform Enablement team builds the foundational hardware/software infrastructure that enables integration and validation of the autonomy software stack in Torc’s automated trucks. This includes the design and maintenance of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) test benches, development of integration tools, and scalable infrastructure that supports fast and reliable software deployment across vehicles and simulation environments.

What You’ll Do
As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll lead the development of scalable software systems to deploy, control, and interface with multiple HiL test platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with platform, integration, and validation teams to build tools that streamline testing and improve development velocity across the autonomy stack.

• Design and implement software to manage and control HiL test benches.
• Participate in roadmap planning to ensure HiL platform capabilities align with integration goals.
• Develop internal tools and APIs that bridge embedded systems, networked devices, and validation infrastructure.
• Write robust, maintainable software in C++ and Python in an Agile Linux environment.
• Contribute to deployment automation, code quality, and technical documentation.
• Act as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's in CS, CE, EE, Robotics, or related field with6+ yearsexperience (or Master’s with 4+).
• Strong software engineering skills with emphasis on C++, Python, and Bash.
• Deep experience with network design, high-speed data systems
• Familiarity with build systems like Bazel and containerization tools such as Docker.
• Experience designing systems that scale and interoperate across embedded and cloud environments.
• Excellent debugging, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Prior experience setting up production-grade software environments with a focus on testing and reliability.

Bonus Points

• Experience with embedded software development or low-level system integration.
• Familiarity with AWS, REST APIs, or gRPC.
• Background in autonomy, robotics, or safety-critical systems.
• Experience with ROS/ROS2, CI/CD pipelines, or HiL test environments.
• Knowledge of CAN, PCIe, or other real-time communication protocols.

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)
• AD+D and Life Insurance

Hiring Range for Job Opening

US Pay Range

$160,800 - $193,000 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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