Data Scientist, I - Decision Science

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: 

This role requires essential analytical, mathematical, and communication skills, with a dual emphasis on modeling and data-driven decision support. The position involves developing decision support systems, predictive models, conducting statistical experiments, working with imperfect and incomplete data, and programming in Python and SQL to generate insights that can drive action. It combines the use of business-focused analytics tools with deeper engagement in programming, visualization, and advanced statistical modeling to bridge strategic insights and operational needs. 

What You'll Do: 

• Build data-driven decision support systems
• Conduct hypothesis testing, experiments, sampling studies that can drive next best action
• Analyze extensive datasets to unveil significant trends, patterns, and insights, leveraging sophisticated statistical techniques and data wrangling.
• Partner across engineering departments including Data Engineering and ML Ops teams to develop and manage robust data pipelines that ensure data integrity, reliability, and consistency throughout the data lifecycle, supporting the advancement of our self-driving truck capabilities.
• Present complex findings and insights in a clear, compelling manner to technical and non-technical stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions and driving the progress of autonomous vehicle technology. 

What You'll Need to Succeed: 

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of professional experience in data science or related roles, demonstrating hands-on experience in: 
  • Statistical modeling, distribution sampling, scenario analytics, geospatial & temporal analysis, clustering
  • Predictive modeling, building recommendation/decision support systems
• Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and experience with data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Daft, Pandas)
• Working experience with robotics or ADAS datasets (processing LiDAR/RADAR/Camera data)
• Experience with time series data, annotation and visualization platforms preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to approach challenges with inventiveness and creativity.  
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical findings and concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  
• Adaptability to thrive within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, managing multiple analytical projects
• Demonstrated experience processing large volumes of structured/unstructured data and conducting appropriate statistical/ML experiments

Bonus Points: 

• Proficiency in ETL/ELT tools and data pipeline orchestration platforms (e.g., Databricks) 
• CI/CD & GitOps: Experience with GitOps (Github actions, Jenkins)-based development lifecycle and CI/CD & MLOps tools
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) 

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: R-102495