[Remote] Senior, ML Engineer - Offline Perception

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 Senior ML Engineer - Offline Perception will design and implement object detection and tracking modules, guide project execution, and enhance data processing capabilities to support analytics models.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, test and deploy offline object detection, tracking and fusion modules to automatically create annotations on Cloud Services from logged sensor data (Cameras, Lidars, Radars)Demonstrated project management skills, serving as project lead guiding less experienced team members in multiple facets of project executionStay up to date with the latest developments in AI and ML for autonomous drivingIndependently develop offline perception models or algorithms using disciplined software development processes, making recommendations for developing new code or re-using existing code, implementing version control, and maintainingDocumentation 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 operationMeasure and track auto labeling quality to meet internal customer requirementsGuide 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 membersSkillsBachelor'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 experience ORDoctorate Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or related technical field plus demonstrates competences and technical proficiencies typically acquired through 1+ years of experienceActive Learning & Pseudo-labeling - Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Model trainingTwo of the following: 2D/3D Object Detection, Tracking, Sensor Fusion, Semantic Segmentation, SLAM, BEVScaled ML Operations (MLOps) and Tooling – ML Frameworks, experiment tracking, model registry, MLFLow, Weights and Biases, ML Metrics and Evaluation / QualityDistributed machine learning frameworks - PyTorch, Lightning, RayModel Data Curation - Parquet data processing (PyArrow, Daft, Pandas, etc)Development Tools & Eco-System (at scale) - Proficiency in Python software development. Also, VDI and cloud-based development environments, CI Systems (GitHub Actions), and DockerKnowledge of English is required since the selected candidate will need to collaborate daily with English-speaking colleagues in the United States and work with technical documentation written exclusively in EnglishData operations and management at scale - Schema design, AWS storage and processing infra, vector databases / LanceDB, file formats (MCAP, parquet, etc)Data Visualization - Integration with tooling such as OpenGL, 3.js, foxglove, 51, tableauCloud Development – Python (proficient level), Terraform, AWS Managed Services (eg S3, ECS, Lambda, Dynamo, Step Functions, Athena)Cloud-based orchestration and resource management - AWS Hyperpods, Anyscale, Etc. Model Inference OrchestrationBenefitsA competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock optionsMedical, dental, and vision for full-time employeesRRSP plan with a 4% employer matchPublic Transit Subsidy (Montreal area only)Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacationCompany-wide holiday office closuresLife 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.