Software Engineer, II - Operating System

Torc; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 139,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

401K match

Flexible schedule

AD+D and Life Insurance

Job summary

Torc is seeking a Software Engineer, II to join the Operating System team. The role focuses on integrating a Linux distribution into build and deployment pipelines, with emphasis on system-level debugging, performance tuning, and automation tooling for embedded applications.

Candidate should have strong C/C++ skills, Linux internals expertise, and experience with device drivers, real-time concepts, and modern build systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, CS, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Linux internals, including user space vs kernel space, systemd and system boot-up.
• Familiar with Linux Kernel architecture (Scheduler, Memory management, Interrupt handling).
• Experience with device drivers (PCIe, DMA, Ethernet, CAN) and user space drivers.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate Linux Distribution into build and deployment toolchain.
• Perform system-level debugging and performance tuning.
• Develop shell scripts and automation tools.
• Troubleshoot system issues and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Hardware, Networking).
• Ensure system security, stability, and scalability.
• Manage package builds and deployments.
• Contribute to documentation and technical design discussions.
• Optimize performance, memory usage, and real-time behavior of embedded applications.
• Integrate and maintain third-party and open-source software.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Linux kernel

Embedded systems

Shell scripting

Device drivers

CI/CD practices

Python

GDB/Valgrind

Multithreading

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering/CS/related field

Tools

Yocto

Build systems (Make, CMake)

Git

GTest

VectorCAST

Docker

Job description

Software Engineer, II - Operating System

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

The Operating System Team develops and maintains a light-weight in-house modified Linux distribution based on the usage of open source technologies. This also comprises the integration of third party libraries to efficiently run Machine Learning based Applications on NVIDIA target SoCs as wall as the development, operation and maintenance of the required build-system technologies.

WhatYou’llDo

• Incorporate Linux Distribution in to build and deployment toolchain
• Perform system-level debugging and performance tuning
• Develop shell scripts and automation tools
• Troubleshoot system issues and optimize performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Hardware, Networking)
• Ensure system security, stability, and scalability
• Manage package builds and deployments
• Contribute to documentation and technical design discussions
• Optimize performance, memory usage, and real-time behavior of embedded applications.
• Integrate and maintain third-party software and open-source software

WhatYou’llNeed to Succeed

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 3-5+ years experience
  
• Strong understanding of Linux internals, including user space vs kernel space, device trees, systemd and system boot-up.
• Familiar with Linux Kernel architecture ( Scheduler (CFS vs RT), Memory management (paging, slab, CMA), Interrupt handling, softirq/tasklets)
• Deep understanding of Process and IPC (fork/exec, signals, shared memory, pipes, sokcets).
• Familiar with Linux boot up sequence and bootloaders.
• Experience with device drivers and user space drivers.(PCIe, DMA, Ethernet, CAN)
• Linux security knowledge (secure boot chain, signed kernel modules), filesystem hardening, namespace isolation(LSM).
• Strong experience withLinux developmentin Embedded Systems, latency analysis (CyclicTest,ftrace)
• Strongknowledgein building real time Embedded Systems for automotive or similar industries
• Knowledge of build systems (Make, CMake, Yocto, Buildstream, Bazel)
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming
• Namespace Isolations (Containers, CGroups)
• Experience with Shell scripting (Bash)
• Familiarity with system calls, memory management, and process management
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, SSH, HTTP)
• Experience with debugging tools like GDB, strace, and Valgrind
• Experience working in multi-threaded, multi-core, and multi-processor systems.
• Solid understanding of Semaphore, Mutex, Message Queue, shared memory and other operating system concepts.
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, Automotive Ethernet, CAN, and GPIO.
• Knowledge of software version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD practices, and issue tracking systems.
• Experience with Python, Bash scripting, or other relevant tools for automation and testing.
• Exposure toNvidiaDriveOs.
• Experience with Vector Cast or GTest for unit testing.
• Experience working with scrum / Agile teams.
• Knowledge ofISO 61508 or/and ISO 26262 desirable.
• Automotive ASPICE knowledge – V Cycle

Perks of Being a Full-timeTorc’r

Torc cares about our teammembersand 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 bonuscomponentand 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 (availableimmediatelyafterstartdate)
• AD+D and Life Insurance

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Torc's total compensation package will also include our corporate bonus and stock option plan. Dependent on the position offered, sign-on payments, relocation, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Hiring Range for Job Opening

US Pay Range

$139,000 - $166,800 USD