Job Description

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Software Controls Technical Lead to join our software development team. This lead role is central to the development and integration of control systems for vehicle features, including high and low voltage battery, thermal and body controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer, electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on automotive or aerospace control systems. Responsibilities Serve as a technical lead for embedded software development in the C language on Rivian and Volkswagen vehicle control modules Create software architecture frameworks that allows for the decomposition of functional requirements into software functionality Develop automated testing software for functional coverage with unit testing, software-in-the-loop, and hardware-in-the-loop test asset targets Configure build system management tools like SCons or Bazel to build and deploy artifacts to embedded control modules Monitor fleet telemetry and use data analysis to close the loop on software quality and help develop new software features Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or software engineering and 5+ years of experience in a related field Ability to lead software architecture and code reviews as well as arbitrate feature requests 5+ years experience in using a Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS or SafeRTOS Expert in software revision management control software like Git both locally and on cloud hosted systems like Gitlab or Github Strong Working knowledge of software test automation using frameworks like Google test and Pytest Experience with digital communication bus standards such as SPI, I2C, CAN, LIN, and Ethernet and monitoring tools like Vector CANalyzer and Wireshark Proficiency in using electronic test equipment for debugging at the hardware level like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers Proven record of writing and tuning closed loop control algorithms and applying them to physical systems Industry experience in software lifecycle management and fleet software deployment Experience writing software in a way that complies with standards for the C language like MISRA Strong background in physics theory with an understanding of practical application Working experience with linear systems analysis, observers, and state-estimation Ability to solve problems quickly leveraging design of experiment methodologies and evidence based decision making Pay Disclosure Salary Range for (Irvine) California Based Applicants: $171,100 - $213,900 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law) Salary Range for (Palo Alto) California Based Applicants: $186,000 - $232,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law) Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26 Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected]. Candidate Data Privacy Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). 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