Senior Software Engineer Backend

Rivian; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in Vancouver is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to innovate in electric vehicle charging solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in backend software development, particularly with NodeJS and cloud platforms. Responsibilities include participating in the full software development lifecycle and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges. This position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits package.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Strong experience in NodeJS/Express/Fastify, microservices, and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Desire and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Familiarity with event streaming platforms like Kafka is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Continuously enhance software quality by exploring new tools.
• Contribute to daily code reviews, ensuring high standards.
• Develop solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Work closely with product and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Backend software development

NodeJS

Express

Fastify

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Python

Java

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Kafka

Education

MS/BS/MA/BA in Computer Science or related field

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

Join our innovative team at Rivian, where we are revolutionizing the future of electric vehicle charging. We are passionate about creating cutting‑edge solutions that make a real impact on the world. If you are a talented and driven software engineer looking to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to production deployment.
• Quality Improvement: Continuously enhance software quality by evaluating and incorporating new libraries, tools, and technologies.
• Code Review's: Contribute to daily code reviews, ensuring high standards and knowledge sharing.
• Problem Solving: Develop simple and robust solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Agile Environment: Thrive in an agile environment where innovation, teamwork, and creativity are key to success.
• Collaboration: Works closely with our product team and collaborates with various cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Technical Skills: Strong experience in NodeJS/Express/Fastify, microservices, and working with SQL/NoSQL databases. Python or Java experience beneficial.
• Learning Ability: Desire and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Cloud & CI/CD: Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS/Azure/GCP. Familiarity with Containerization and knowledge of Kubernetes (EKS preferred) is a plus. Expertise with git workflows and a basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
• Event Streaming: Familiarity with event streaming platforms like Kafka is a plus.
• Domain Knowledge: Experience building E‑commerce platform or Order Management system is a plus.
• Education: MS/BS/MA/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology field.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range for British Columbia Based Applicants: $108,200 - 135,300 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance packages for full‑time employees, their spouse or de‑omestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part‑Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

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 [e-mail].

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”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian 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 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 affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, 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.

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