Systems Engineer I - Test Automation

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   Torc is developing Level 4 autonomous semi-truck software to transform how freight moves across the world. As a Software Engineer I on the Test Automation team, you will support the development of automated validation systems used to verify software releases across embedded and autonomy platforms using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems.   This team focuses on validating software early in the development lifecycle by building scalable automation frameworks and validation infrastructure that improve release quality and system reliability before deployment onto vehicles. In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to support automated testing workflows, debug issues across hardware and software systems, and contribute to the continuous improvement of Torc’s validation infrastructure.   Your work will directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and scalability of Torc’s autonomous driving platform. What You’ll Do   Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test frameworks for component-level validation using HIL systems    Develop Python-based tooling supporting test automation, validation workflows, and data analysis    Support execution and monitoring of automated software validation across embedded and autonomy subsystems    Assist in analyzing test failures, debugging issues, and investigating root causes across hardware and software components    Collaborate with systems, embedded, and autonomy teams to support validation strategies and improve test coverage    Help maintain scalable test infrastructure and CI-based validation workflows    Support integration and verification activities involving sensors, compute platforms, and control systems    Participate in test planning, automation improvements, and validation activities across the software development lifecycle    What You’ll Need to Succeed   Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field plus 0–4 years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree in a related technical field    Strong programming experience in Python    Familiarity with software development workflows including version control, build systems, or CI/CD environments    Basic understanding of embedded systems, robotics systems, or hardware/software integration concepts    Ability to analyze logs, debug issues, and troubleshoot software or system-level problems    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment    Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in an evolving technical environment    Bonus Points   Exposure to HIL systems, embedded platforms, or automated testing environments    Experience working with robotics, autonomous systems, or ADAS technologies    Familiarity with containers, automation frameworks, or validation infrastructure    Exposure to real-time or safety-critical systems    Experience with data analysis, telemetry analysis, or system debugging workflows    Familiarity with systems engineering principles or structured validation methodologies  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   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   $98,800 - $118,600 USD   Job ID: 102726