Torc Robotics

Software Engineer I - Device Drivers

Torc Robotics$160K — $193K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1-5+ years of experience.
  • Experience with device drivers and user-space drivers (PCIe, DMA, Ethernet, CAN).
  • Expertise in Linux development in Embedded Systems, including latency analysis.
  • Knowledge in building real-time Embedded Systems for automotive or similar industries.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming and experience with debugging tools like GDB.

Responsibilities

  • Write software to integrate external sensors into the system.
  • Perform system-level debugging and optimize performance.
  • Develop shell scripts and automation tools to enhance workflows.
  • Troubleshoot system issues and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
  • Manage package builds and deployments effectively.
  • Contribute to documentation and participate in technical design discussions.

Benefits

  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees.
  • 401K plan with a 6% employer match.
  • Flexible schedule and generous paid vacation available immediately.
  • AD+D and Life Insurance.
  • Collaborative and energetic work culture with a focus on team support.
Full Job Description
Meet the Team

The Device Drivers team develops and maintains software used to configure and interface with sensors in the system to pass data generated from sensors to consumers in the system.

What you'll do:
  • Write software to integrate external sensors into the system
  • 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

What you'll need to succeed:
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1-5+ years of experience.
  • Experience with device drivers and user space drivers. (PCIe, DMA, Ethernet, CAN)
  • Experience with Linux development in Embedded Systems, latency analysis (CyclicTest,ftrace)
  • Knowledge in 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)
  • 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.
  • 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 to Nvidia DriveOs.
  • Experience working with scrum / Agile teams.
  • Knowledge of ISO 61508 or/and ISO 26262 desirable.
  • Automotive ASPICE knowledge - V Cycle


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

About Torc Robotics

Torc Robotics is a company that develops autonomous vehicle technology. It was founded in 2005 in Blacksburg, Virginia, and has since become a leader in the field of self-driving vehicles. Torc Robotics has developed autonomous technology for a variety of applications, including military vehicles, mining trucks, and consumer cars. The company has partnerships with major automotive manufacturers, including Daimler Trucks North America and Caterpillar. In 2019, Torc Robotics was acquired by Daimler Trucks North America, and it continues to operate as a subsidiary of the company.
Learn more about Torc Robotics
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2005

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