About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary As a Senior Software Engineer on the Factory Software team, you will develop software, services, and applications to support ultra high speed manufacturing. You will identify and solve challenges by implementing cutting edge technologies such as machine vision, distributed message buses, and virtualization in the manufacturing process. Your software design responsibilities will include creating robust, reliable, and maintainable systems. To help Rivian produce factories efficiently, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to foster a cohesive environment. This role involves assisting with design reviews, commissioning, and establishing deployment and test plans during new factory builds. You will monitor high level project goals and ensure success by identifying challenges early and proactively working to mitigate them. This position can be located at our facilities in Normal, IL, Palo Alto, CA, or Irvine, CA, and reports to the Senior Manager of Software Engineering. Responsibilities Contribute to the development of software standards and specifications by providing feedback on lessons learned and project gaps. Proactively review and approve merge requests (MR) with development teams. Guide teams in the proper deployment of Rivian software and enforce best practices. Qualifications 5+ years of software development experience in a test driven environment. Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Go (preferred), Rust. Bachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering (or equivalent experience). Experience designing software for streaming mechanisms (NATS, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Pulsar, etc.). Familiarity with source control systems (e.g., Gitlab, Bitbucket) and tools like JAMA and JIRA. Experience with automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Strong understanding of caching, authentication, authorization, and privacy considerations. Comfortable with SDLC best practices and version controlled software. Experience in designing and developing high performance software. Solid understanding of Linux, or real time operating systems. Experience with systematic troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Approximately 30% travel, or as required by the team. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s), Git, Bazel, Jenkins, GitLab, Vault, or automotive systems is a plus. Experience with APIs (e.g., gRPC, HTTP) and database systems. Experience working on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is a plus. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California based applicants: $146,900- $183,600 (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary As a Senior Software Engineer on the Factory Software team, you will develop software, services, and applications to support ultra high speed manufacturing. You will identify and solve challenges by implementing cutting edge technologies such as machine vision, distributed message buses, and virtualization in the manufacturing process. Your software design responsibilities will include creating robust, reliable, and maintainable systems. To help Rivian produce factories efficiently, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to foster a cohesive environment. This role involves assisting with design reviews, commissioning, and establishing deployment and test plans during new factory builds. You will monitor high level project goals and ensure success by identifying challenges early and proactively working to mitigate them. This position can be located at our facilities in Normal, IL, Palo Alto, CA, or Irvine, CA, and reports to the Senior Manager of Software Engineering. Responsibilities Contribute to the development of software standards and specifications by providing feedback on lessons learned and project gaps. Proactively review and approve merge requests (MR) with development teams. Guide teams in the proper deployment of Rivian software and enforce best practices. Qualifications 5+ years of software development experience in a test driven environment. Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Go (preferred), Rust. Bachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering (or equivalent experience). Experience designing software for streaming mechanisms (NATS, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Pulsar, etc.). Familiarity with source control systems (e.g., Gitlab, Bitbucket) and tools like JAMA and JIRA. Experience with automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Strong understanding of caching, authentication, authorization, and privacy considerations. Comfortable with SDLC best practices and version controlled software. Experience in designing and developing high performance software. Solid understanding of Linux, or real time operating systems. Experience with systematic troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Approximately 30% travel, or as required by the team. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s), Git, Bazel, Jenkins, GitLab, Vault, or automotive systems is a plus. Experience with APIs (e.g., gRPC, HTTP) and database systems. Experience working on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is a plus. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California based applicants: $146,900- $183,600 (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary We are building an exciting software defined vehicle architecture and looking for highly skilled and motivated software engineers to join our Wireless Software team. More specifically we are building a highly complex and distributed connectivity software stack along with 5G and Wi Fi SW applications and are looking for someone with strong wireless experience and proficient in modern C++ to help grow our team's capabilities. Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Cellular software applications on POSIX systems (C++, Python) Design and implement state machines for control, data and voice services for 5G/Wi Fi modules Develop object oriented designs, abstraction layers, middleware and system services for embedded Linux systems Define and implement good power, connection and network policy management for various network scenarios Develop algorithms for smart link quality detection in often ambiguous radio environments Ensure code quality through comprehensive unit testing (GTest, GMock), system testing and adherence to coding standards Effectively collaborate across cross functional teams to drive project success Qualifications BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering Strong C++ programming Experienced in 4G/5G SW application development Python and shell scripting experience Strong understanding of TCP/IP suite, memory management and file systems Good understanding of ARM processors, toolchains, and Linux OS Strong first principles thinking along with excellent analytical, debugging and problem solving skills Nice to Have: Wi Fi / BT or eSIM development experience Prior experience in embedded Linux systems and networking Prior experience in Android software development (Kotlin or Java) Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $147,000 - 185,000 USD (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and VW Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) record keeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary We are building an exciting software defined vehicle architecture and looking for highly skilled and motivated software engineers to join our Wireless Software team. More specifically we are building a highly complex and distributed connectivity software stack along with 5G and Wi Fi SW applications and are looking for someone with strong wireless experience and proficient in modern C++ to help grow our team's capabilities. Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Cellular software applications on POSIX systems (C++, Python) Design and implement state machines for control, data and voice services for 5G/Wi Fi modules Develop object oriented designs, abstraction layers, middleware and system services for embedded Linux systems Define and implement good power, connection and network policy management for various network scenarios Develop algorithms for smart link quality detection in often ambiguous radio environments Ensure code quality through comprehensive unit testing (GTest, GMock), system testing and adherence to coding standards Effectively collaborate across cross functional teams to drive project success Qualifications BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering Strong C++ programming Experienced in 4G/5G SW application development Python and shell scripting experience Strong understanding of TCP/IP suite, memory management and file systems Good understanding of ARM processors, toolchains, and Linux OS Strong first principles thinking along with excellent analytical, debugging and problem solving skills Nice to Have: Wi Fi / BT or eSIM development experience Prior experience in embedded Linux systems and networking Prior experience in Android software development (Kotlin or Java) Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $147,000 - 185,000 USD (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and VW Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) record keeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
An innovative automotive technology firm based in Palo Alto is seeking highly skilled software engineers to join its Wireless Software team. You will be responsible for designing and developing complex software applications and state machines for connectivity solutions. The ideal candidate has strong C++ programming skills and experience in 4G/5G application development. The position offers competitive compensation and a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies in an exciting environment.
02/12/2026
Full time
An innovative automotive technology firm based in Palo Alto is seeking highly skilled software engineers to join its Wireless Software team. You will be responsible for designing and developing complex software applications and state machines for connectivity solutions. The ideal candidate has strong C++ programming skills and experience in 4G/5G application development. The position offers competitive compensation and a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies in an exciting environment.
About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary We are looking for a Software Engineer to help us develop tools that analyze connected systems and telematics performance across various use cases. Using large scale data analytics and telemetry analysis, your work will provide critical insights into platform issues that may impact customer facing features. Additionally, you'll help build and test integrations between different system components to ensure reliable data flow and system performance. Responsibilities Develop analytics tools to extract meaningful insights from vehicle telematics and connected system data. Analyze complex telematics data from our internal fleet to detect performance patterns and anomalies, predict potential issues, and drive system improvements. Build automated diagnostics and dashboards to give developers real time visibility into system health. Support on vehicle integration test and data collection efforts to validate our telematics software. Collaborate with engineers across software, cloud, and embedded teams to ensure platform stability before external feature release to customers. Core Capabilities and Behaviors Experience with SQL based query construction required; Python and PySpark proficiency preferred. Strong background in data gathering, analysis, and problem solving methodologies required. Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of complex problems, often when analyzing data across multiple system components. Prior experience with data analysis and visualization tools like Hex, Preset or similar is nice to have. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of connected systems, IoT, or telematics concepts (preferred but not required). Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar. 3+ years of relevant professionl experience. Proficient with database manipulation and data presentation. A mindset geared towards collaboration and forward progress. Ability to thrive under pressure and even with time constraints, apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $146,000 - 183,000 USD (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary We are looking for a Software Engineer to help us develop tools that analyze connected systems and telematics performance across various use cases. Using large scale data analytics and telemetry analysis, your work will provide critical insights into platform issues that may impact customer facing features. Additionally, you'll help build and test integrations between different system components to ensure reliable data flow and system performance. Responsibilities Develop analytics tools to extract meaningful insights from vehicle telematics and connected system data. Analyze complex telematics data from our internal fleet to detect performance patterns and anomalies, predict potential issues, and drive system improvements. Build automated diagnostics and dashboards to give developers real time visibility into system health. Support on vehicle integration test and data collection efforts to validate our telematics software. Collaborate with engineers across software, cloud, and embedded teams to ensure platform stability before external feature release to customers. Core Capabilities and Behaviors Experience with SQL based query construction required; Python and PySpark proficiency preferred. Strong background in data gathering, analysis, and problem solving methodologies required. Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of complex problems, often when analyzing data across multiple system components. Prior experience with data analysis and visualization tools like Hex, Preset or similar is nice to have. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of connected systems, IoT, or telematics concepts (preferred but not required). Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar. 3+ years of relevant professionl experience. Proficient with database manipulation and data presentation. A mindset geared towards collaboration and forward progress. Ability to thrive under pressure and even with time constraints, apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $146,000 - 183,000 USD (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. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 . Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") 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"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
A leading automotive technology company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Factory Software team in Palo Alto, CA. The role focuses on developing software to enhance ultra-high-speed manufacturing processes, utilizing technologies like machine vision. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of software development experience, familiarity with languages like C or Go, and a strong understanding of software deployment best practices. This position offers a competitive salary range and excellent benefits including medical and dental coverage.
02/12/2026
Full time
A leading automotive technology company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Factory Software team in Palo Alto, CA. The role focuses on developing software to enhance ultra-high-speed manufacturing processes, utilizing technologies like machine vision. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of software development experience, familiarity with languages like C or Go, and a strong understanding of software deployment best practices. This position offers a competitive salary range and excellent benefits including medical and dental coverage.