Middleware Engineer II

About the CompanyAt 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 Middleware team creates a powerful framework which allows to move the virtual driver data across multiple ECUs. Therefore, they act as the glue between the vehicle hardware and the autonomous driver software. This covers Ethernet based low bandwidth applications as well as PCIe based high bandwidth applications.What you'll do:Responsible for software development, including but not limited to, software design, algorithm development, implementation, unit testing, vehicle testing and deployed software maintenance while following quality, build, deploy and test processes, safety and process requirements and guidelines. Includes both Autonomous and Perception Engineers.• Responsible for executing full software development lifecycle activities using primarily C++ skills in Linux development environment using Lean-Agile methodologies.• Assist in root cause analysis of issues found in testing and process automation steps.• Support team in identifying daily assignments and reporting progress at daily stand ups.• Support software and system level test plans and verification strategies to support ongoing feature development and bug fixes.• Designing and implementing systems responsible for data acquisition and analysis from remote vehicles in the field.• Responsible for ensuring software updates do not regress the software performance by utilizing simulation software and scenarios.• Communicate well in a team environment being able to clearly articulate progress, design expectations and support needed to help the team accomplish goals.What you'll need to succeed:• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or engineering equivalent & 4+ years of relevant experience.• 3+ years of practical experience in developing software heavy products in a team of more than 3 persons.• Strong programming skills in C++ .• Strong skills in networking and linux operating systems• Experience in working with ROS2 and underlying DDS implementations.• Experience in working with modern software development tools like GIT, Jenkins, JIRA• Experience working in a start-up like environment with high uncertainty and tight deadlines.• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with other team members and stakeholders.• Willingness to travel approximately 2-4 weeks a year if there is the need to work on the target hardware platform onsite.Bonus Points!• Master's degree preferred.• Experience with ISO 26262 standard for functional safety in automotive.• Experience in IT security.• Experience in working with public clouds.Perks of Being a Full-time Torc'rTorc 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 InsuranceHiring Range for Job OpeningUS Pay Range$139,000-$166,800 USDAt 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.