[Remote] Machine Learning Engineer - New AI Initiatives

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Torc Robotics is a leader in autonomous driving technology focused on developing software for automated trucks. The Machine Learning Engineer will translate complex business problems into machine learning workflows, lead data science projects, and guide team members in project execution.ResponsibilitiesLead highly complex data science and analytics projects in support of process improvement, defect reduction, and predictive analytics for manufacturing and business applicationsDemonstrated project management skills, serving as project lead guiding less experienced team members in multiple facets of project executionIndependently develop data science models or algorithms using disciplined software development processes, making recommendations for developing new code or re-using existing code, implementing version control, and maintaining documentation of created applicationsDefine and implement ingestion, data preparation, curation, and governance of large, multi-faceted data sets supporting analytics models and workflowsProactively assess current capabilities to identify areas for improvement proposing solutions that align with core strategy and operationGuide and produce information products, supporting visualization and data accessibility in a customer centric mannerEvaluate and make recommendations regarding technical advances that improve productivity and quality, reduce flow times, and enhance operational suretyDevelop guidelines and standards for analytics and machine learning models, their deployment, and associated processesProvides technical guidance or business process expertise, technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to team membersExpected to communicate and collaborate within the team and participate with the team’s interfaces to the rest of the organizationInterface with other teams and design software units for the team’s productsSkillsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or related technical field plus demonstrates competences and technical proficiencies typically acquired through 6+ years of experience orMaster's Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or related technical field plus demonstrates competences and technical proficiencies typically acquired through 3+ years of experienceBenefitsA competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees401K plan with a 6% employer matchFlexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)AD+D and Life InsuranceCompany OverviewTorc provides L4 end-to-end self-driving software for mobility, trucking, mining, and defense markets through strategic partnerships It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://torc.ai.Company H1B SponsorshipTorc Robotics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2026, 99 in 2025, 41 in 2024, 33 in 2023, 39 in 2022, 14 in 2021, 7 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.