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Piyawat K.

Questioner · DISC type c
Principal Program Manager at Torc Robotics
📍 Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

With over a decade in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), he has led programs of over 100 engineers, developing core software stacks for major automotive releases. He now focuses on autonomous truck system development at Torc Robotics. He holds a Master of Science from EPFL.

He is adaptable and has international experience, having worked as an engineer in Japan and recently relocating to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his current role. He has expressed deep appreciation for positive and collaborative office cultures during his professional transitions.

Unique fact: He holds the highest level (N1) of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Principal Program Manager
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Personality Overview

How Piyawat shows up

Value Seeker
Not Easily Convinced
Cautious & Analytical

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Priorities

Topics Piyawat cares about

Autonomous Systems
Has over 10 years of experience in ADAS and is now tackling the challenge of Level 4 autonomy for trucks at Torc Robotics.
Software Stack Leadership
Led a program of more than 100 engineers to develop core software for perception, prediction, motion planning, and actuator control.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Principal Program Manager
Torc Robotics
8-2024 - 3-2025
Director - Systems Engineering (acting)
Torc Robotics
1-2024 - 8-2024
Senior Engineering Manager
Torc Robotics
7-2019 - 11-2022
Technical Program Manager
Bosch
10-2016 - 7-2019
Product Owner
Bosch
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
10-2005 - 3-2007
Master of Science - MS
EPFL
10-2006 - 3-2007
Exchange student
University of Florida
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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