Senior Software Engineer - Scaled Simulation

About the role

Torc Robotics is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our Scaled Simulation team. In this position, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining cloud-based simulation services that support virtual driver-stack testing and large-scale simulation tasks. Your work will be essential in enabling our autonomous vehicle testing workflows by creating reliable, scalable, and efficient simulation systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, robotics specialists, and vehicle testing engineers, to deliver high-quality simulation solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology by leveraging cloud computing, modern software engineering practices, and automation tools.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and implement cloud-based simulation services primarily using Python and C++ within a Linux environment, following Lean-Agile development practices to ensure rapid iteration and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS managed services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and others, with a focus on system reliability, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Develop infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform to automate cloud resource provisioning, configuration, and management, ensuring repeatability and version control of infrastructure setups.
• Document software design, architecture, and implementation details thoroughly, creating clear and maintainable code that adheres to industry standards.
• Follow established quality assurance processes, including safety and engineering guidelines, to ensure the software delivered is robust, reliable, and ready for deployment in safety-critical environments.
• Support vehicle testing and simulation workflows across various engineering use cases, including virtual testing, validation, and performance analysis.
• Conduct root cause analysis for issues encountered during simulations and testing, identifying underlying problems and implementing effective solutions.
• Automate deployment pipelines, simulation workflows, and data processing pipelines through CI/CD practices, reducing manual effort and minimizing errors.
• Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks to catch regressions early, ensuring that each software update maintains or improves system performance and stability.
• Participate actively in daily standup meetings to communicate progress, blockers, and next steps, fostering transparency and team coordination.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Join an on-call rotation to support production systems, ensuring high availability and quick resolution of any operational issues.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams, including hardware engineers, vehicle operators, and software developers, to align on project goals and deliverables.
• Communicate technical updates clearly and efficiently, providing support and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
• Drive tasks forward with minimal supervision, showing a strong sense of ownership and motivation to contribute to the team's success.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current with cloud technologies, simulation methodologies, and best practices in software engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, cloud services, or related areas.
• Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing managed cloud services, preferably on AWS, with a solid understanding of cloud architecture principles.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with a good grasp of software engineering best practices, including code review, testing, and documentation.
• Proficiency in Linux operating systems, scripting languages such as Bash, and experience working in Linux-based development environments.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, including writing, managing, and troubleshooting infrastructure configurations.
• Knowledge of modern software development practices such as continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD), automated testing, version control systems (e.g., Git), and containerization technologies.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills, capable of troubleshooting complex issues in cloud and simulation environments.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Experience supporting or developing simulation systems, especially in the context of autonomous vehicles or robotics, is a plus.
• Familiarity with software tools and frameworks used in robotics, such as ROS (Robot Operating System), is advantageous.
• Knowledge of C++ programming in production environments is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Understanding of robotics algorithms, simulation methodologies, and vehicle testing workflows is a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience working in autonomous vehicle development, robotics, or simulation technology sectors.
• Familiarity with Bazel build systems or other build automation tools.
• Prior experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar robotics middleware.
• Knowledge of robotics algorithms, sensor integration, and vehicle perception systems.
• Experience working with large-scale cloud deployments, including monitoring and optimizing cloud infrastructure.
• Exposure to safety-critical software development processes and standards.

Skills & tools

• Python, C++, AWS cloud platform, Linux, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker or similar), version control (Git), automation tools, scripting languages, simulation frameworks, robotics middleware (ROS).

Practical notes

• Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates, supporting international applicants to join our team.
• The salary range for this position is $160,800 to $193,000 USD, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time employees are provided with 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer match is offered to help you plan for the future.
• Flexible work schedules and immediate paid vacation benefits are available upon hire, promoting work-life balance.
• Additional benefits include accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and life insurance coverage.
• We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
• Our company values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing an environment where your skills can grow and make an impact.
• Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification, as we value potential and motivation.