Job Description

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 OTA is a mission critical to Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' ability to continuously improve its products for customers and our identity as an agile, technology forward company. Engineers on the OTA team are responsible for the end to end definition, development, and integration of OTA at the vehicle level. Integration engineers are tasked with driving development to conclusion and wearing whatever hat is necessary to ensure rapid and complete delivery. Responsibilities Own and drive development, integration and delivery of complex OTA features, filling in wherever necessary technically to achieve system goals Work cross-functionally with domain teams to resolve issues within the OTA system and drive better system design Work cross-functionally with OTA counterpart teams to develop necessary test automation and fleet monitoring tools to ensure persistent quality of OTA features Perform fleet-level analysis of OTA performance to drive development and integration priorities Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field 4+ years of relevant industry experience Experience developing in Python Experience developing in C++ (using modern language features) Experience with systems engineering and analysis Experience developing or integrating software for Linux systems Experience using common Linux tools Experience working on complex, cross-functional, distributed embedded systems Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Excellent documentation skills Preferred: Experience working in a continuous integration environment Experience developing in Rust Experience with networked embedded systems (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, DOIP, ISOTP) Experience with embedded flashing protocols (UDS, XCP) Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics and common UDS services Familiarity with SOVD Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts Experience with TCP/IP systems Experience with systems engineering analysis tools (FMEA, DFMEA, HARA) Experience with remotely connected systems Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine Applicants: $135,100 - $179,040 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location. Total Rewards Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site. External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board (https://internal-careers-rivian.icims.com/). 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. 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