Jobs at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, LLC

Owns end-to-end quality for consumer application products, defining test strategies, building scalable automation and test infrastructure, improving CI/CD pipelines, and driving release readiness. The role leads testing across mobile, cloud, embedded, vehicle access, infotainment, unit, integration, SIL, HIL, and end-to-end systems. It also mentors junior engineers, improves reliability and test coverage, analyzes pipeline performance, and establishes technical standards across the organization.

Own end-to-end release validation for infotainment and connectivity software. Perform exploratory white-box testing, vehicle and hardware-bench debugging, log and bus-traffic analysis, failure reverse engineering, and root-cause investigation. Partner with engineering leaders and architects to improve automated coverage, system design, and preventative quality practices. Serve as the technical release gatekeeper and communicate system readiness to stakeholders.

Own the end-to-end BSP integration, automated testing, HIL validation, and release lifecycle for automotive connectivity and infotainment platforms. Lead hardware bring-up, test planning, regression analysis, root-cause investigations, integration decisions, and production release gates. Mentor engineers, review code and test strategies, establish HAL interface contracts, and coordinate cross-functional readiness reviews. The role requires deep embedded Linux, kernel, driver, Yocto, C, Python, and automotive connectivity testing expertise.

Designs and develops imaging and computer vision capabilities for software-defined vehicles, including object detection, tracking, SLAM, multicamera systems, calibration, deep learning, AR, and live-view experiences. Architects end-to-end computer vision software pipelines and APIs, optimizing neural networks for edge devices and specialized hardware using Python, C++, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Kubernetes, and Ray.

Design and develop embedded software and hardware-software systems for next-generation electric vehicles. Responsibilities include shaping system architecture, developing firmware in C and C++ for real-time and embedded Linux environments, performing board and sensor bring-up, debugging hardware interactions, optimizing power consumption, integrating communication interfaces and wireless connectivity, converting sensor fusion and machine learning models to performant C code, and creating Python-based tooling for testing, simulation, validation, and manufacturing.

Design and implement RTOS firmware, embedded Linux systems, drivers, and software architecture for vehicle access systems using BLE, NFC, CAN, and LIN. Develop secure, low-power remote access key software, integrate hardware and software for ECU manufacturing, troubleshoot production issues, build CI/CD test systems, and support cloud-to-vehicle synchronization. Lead root-cause analysis, develop Rust tooling, implement encryption and immobilizer systems, and collaborate cross-functionally on next-generation vehicle access standards.

Own corporate budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and monthly and quarterly reporting. Prepare executive and Board materials, advise technology leaders on financial risks and opportunities, define performance KPIs, improve FP&A processes and tools, and provide analytical decision support. The role also leads implementation of AI-supported FP&A reporting systems and requires collaboration across Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Compensation.

Lead functional safety engineering for vehicle platforms, including hazard and risk assessments, functional and technical safety requirements, ASIL determination, and safety planning. Coordinate hardware and software engineers, oversee integration validation and testing at system and vehicle levels, translate safety requirements across architectures, and supervise engineers. The role requires automotive OEM or Tier 1 experience with ISO 26262 and approximately 20% domestic travel.

Leads software delivery programs for new vehicle launches, coordinating software-hardware integration, feature development, verification testing, issue resolution, risk mitigation, and executive reporting. Drives cross-functional alignment across consumer and commercial vehicle programs, improves software lifecycle processes, and mentors other Technical Program Managers. The role requires extensive experience managing complex software-hardware products, strong stakeholder influence, and expertise in Agile, Waterfall, Jira, and program management practices.

Leads the strategy, architecture, implementation, operations, and continuous improvement of enterprise business platforms across Finance, People, Legal, and Procurement. Develops a multi-year technology vision, drives standardization and AI-enabled automation, oversees platform reliability and compliance, manages vendors and investments, and builds a lean global team. Partners with executive business leaders to deliver scalable, integrated employee experiences and measurable operational improvements.

Develops in-vehicle applications focused on Apple CarPlay integration, including reliable Android-based infrastructure for smartphone connectivity. Collaborates with UX/UI and studio teams, tests experiences in labs and prototype vehicles, troubleshoots issues, researches new interfaces, and contributes to technology roadmaps. The role requires strong Java/Kotlin and C++ development experience, Android framework knowledge, embedded systems familiarity, and software lifecycle expertise.

Own the end-to-end BSP integration, testing, and release lifecycle for automotive connectivity and infotainment platforms. Lead hardware bring-up, HIL testing, automated regression infrastructure, test planning, release gates, root-cause analysis, and system-level debugging across hardware revisions. Define platform interface contracts, guide cross-team technical decisions, review test strategies and code, represent risks to leadership, and mentor integration engineers. The role requires extensive embedded Linux, kernel, driver, Yocto, C, Python, and automotive connectivity expertise.

Build and scale enterprise AI tooling for software development, including agent runtimes, evaluation, guardrails, monitoring, and model-portable workflows. Lead AI service and developer-tool design from concept through production while ensuring reliability, security, privacy, auditability, performance, and cost efficiency. Collaborate with engineering, DevEx, IT, Security, Compliance, and Audit teams; measure developer impact; influence technical direction; and mentor engineers across levels.

Design and validate automotive electronic control units for battery management and zonal power distribution. Responsibilities include schematic capture, PCB layout, power sequencing, MCU and IO allocation, component integration, worst-case circuit analysis, troubleshooting, functional safety compliance, and system validation through prototype and vehicle testing. The engineer collaborates with mechanical, software, manufacturing, supply chain, and validation teams while supporting hardware development from concept through production.

Lead a small engineering team building and scaling AI-native developer tools across the enterprise. Own the AI tooling roadmap, architecture, model portability, evaluation, guardrails, observability, security, privacy, and cost management. Build hands-on AI services that support code review, testing, triage, and broader software development workflows. Partner with engineering, DevEx, IT, Security, Compliance, and Audit teams while developing engineers and measuring business impact.

Lead wireless and connectivity hardware systems architecture for automotive platforms, translating product features into subsystem and module requirements. Define RF, network, compute, and power architectures across Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, GNSS, V2X, UWB, and related technologies. Model system trade-offs, develop connectivity roadmaps with vendors, guide prototypes, and support validation planning and performance testing.

Leads development and deployment of automated RF test systems for automotive connectivity and access ECUs. Designs conducted and OTA test setups, controls RF instrumentation, integrates firmware, hardware, and software, and develops Python automation. Owns test requirements, calibration, validation, reliability, manufacturing deployment, documentation, and sustaining across technologies including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, UWB, NFC, and GNSS.

Leads cross-functional technical programs across mapping, vehicle access, mobile applications, and fleet services spanning cloud, mobile, and vehicle firmware. Responsibilities include managing schedules, priorities, dependencies, risks, technical feasibility, stakeholder expectations, and execution plans; influencing engineering and product teams; and removing obstacles to deliver business-critical software programs.

Contribute to customer-facing infotainment, mobile, and connectivity software for Rivian vehicles. Responsibilities include developing and testing features, writing code in Kotlin, Java, C++, or Python, debugging issues, collaborating with product and design teams, and presenting progress. Potential projects include Android Automotive applications, platform software, wireless and telematics integration, 3D graphics, and automated integration testing.

Work on backend services, distributed systems, connectivity infrastructure, and integration software connecting vehicles, mobile apps, and cloud platforms. Responsibilities include developing and testing software in Python, Go, C++, or Java; contributing to event-driven systems, AWS cloud infrastructure, test automation, validation, code reviews, debugging, documentation, and project presentations.