Sr. Staff Android Engineer Infotainment Software

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 174,200 - 230,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Annual performance bonus

Equity

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies in Vancouver is seeking a Software Engineer to develop innovative in-vehicle applications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with over 8 years of software development experience, including expertise in C++, Rust, Java, or Kotlin. This position offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, annual performance bonus eligibility, equity, and comprehensive benefits to ensure employee health and wellness.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with software development life cycle from requirements gathering through to implementation and maintenance.
• 7+ years of experience with C++, Rust, Java, or Kotlin.

Responsibilities

• Develop best-in-class in-vehicle applications for user experience, focusing on user interfaces.
• Test in-vehicle experience in lab and Rivian prototype vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing.

Skills

C++

Rust

Java

Kotlin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Android application frameworks

Qt

Qt Safe Renderer

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. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies Canada is proud to be a Great Place To Work® Certified company — 92% of employees at RV Tech Canada say it is a great place to work, compared to 60% at a typical company.

Role Summary

As we develop a fully integrated experience in our R1 and future vehicle lines, we need Software Engineers to help raise the bar for mission critical in‑vehicle applications. Our diverse team shares an innate curiosity for the world, a willingness to see things differently, and a passion for getting things done. We never stand still in our pursuit of progress, and we’re looking for the best and brightest talent to accelerate our vision toward future mobility.

Responsibilities

• Develop best‑in‑class in‑vehicle applications for in‑vehicle user experience, with a focus on mission critical user interfaces
• Create progressive, intuitive, and reliable applications for the Rivian in-vehicle experience
• Collaborate with the UX/UI Team and Studio Team to realize beautiful, cutting‑edge UI and seamless integration with 2D and 3D content
• Test the in-vehicle experience in the lab and in Rivian prototype vehicles
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing
• Help drive research into new technologies and interfaces
• Collaborate with other divisions to understand and share technology roadmaps, portfolios, and intellectual property

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience with software development life cycle experience, from requirements gathering through to implementation and maintenance
• 7+ years of experience with any of the following: C++, Rust, Java or Kotlin

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Functional Safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and best practices for automotive software development
• Experience with Android application frameworks
• Experience with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS)
• Experience with Qt, including Qt Safe Renderer, in an automotive environment
• Deep understanding of user‑friendly, immersive, reactive user interface development

Total Rewards

Compensation packages for full‑time positions 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.

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.

Compensation Range

CA$174,200 – CA$230,880