Senior Software Engineer - Vehicle Diagnostics

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 Health and Diagnostics Team at Torc is responsible for developing critical diagnostics software that ensures the safety, serviceability, and performance of our autonomous vehicle platforms. As a member of this team, you’ll work on next-generation automotive diagnostic solutions that interface with electronic control units (ECUs), enabling both in-vehicle and remote fault detection, data logging, and recovery strategies. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and maintain diagnostic software and communication stacks based on automotive protocols including UDS (ISO 14229), SOVD, and CAN (ISO 11898). Develop diagnostic services supporting fault memory, DTCs, routine control, and data identifiers using UDS over CAN and DoIP. Implement and validate service-oriented architectures (SOA) using technologies like SOME/IP, SOVD, and Ethernet. Support integration and debugging of diagnostics features on benches and test vehicles. Work cross-functionally with cloud and edge-based systems to enable remote diagnostics and telemetry capabilities. Contribute to the development of robust error handling, logging, and recovery mechanisms for ECUs and vehicle systems. What You’ll Need to Succeed Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 5–7+ years of experience (or a Master’s Degree with 3–5+ years of experience). Proven expertise in C++ for algorithm development, system design, and high-performance tooling. Experience developing embedded or diagnostics software in the automotive industry. Experience with vehicle communication stacks (e.g.DoIP, Ethernet) and knowledge on sensor connectivity using RS232 and/or GMSL Strong debugging and validation skills in an automotive environment. Understanding of automotive cybersecurity principles and secure communication protocols. Bonus Points! Hands on experience implementing Service oriented vehicle diagnostics(SOVD) using REST API protocol ROS2 development experience Knowledge of cloud-integrated vehicle health monitoring and predictive maintenance systems. Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools (e.g., Bazel). Familiarity with ISO 26262 and development of ASIL-compliant systems. 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. Job ID: 102534 Hiring Range for Job Opening US Pay Range $160,800—$193,000 USD