Automotive Software Test Technician

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Software Test Technician to join our vehicle software team in Irvine, CA. You will execute vehicle‑level testing across the software delivery lifecycle, from main‑branch health to OTA release validation, gaining hands‑on impact on how our vehicles operate with the latest hardware and software.

Collaborate across software development, integration, validation and technician teams to ensure stable software delivery across programs and variants,

Qualifications

• 2+ years in automotive software testing or related automotive roles.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN and Ethernet networks and related debugging tools.
• Experience with testing fleets and vehicle integration.

Responsibilities

• Execute vehicle‑level testing across the software delivery lifecycle — smoke, regression, and integration on both main‑branch and release‑branch software.
• Perform hands‑on ad‑hoc and exploratory testing to validate feature maturity and stability.
• Manage the test fleet — install OTA updates, maintain software configurations, and instrument vehicles to collect data for debug and validation.
• Triage issues found during testing and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to root cause, prioritize, and resolve high‑impact vehicle‑level problems.
• Support the broader test and technician community with vehicle prep, upkeep, and debug of vehicle‑specific issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.

Skills

Automotive software testing

Vehicle networks

Electrical/Mechanical integration

Systems engineering

Fleet management

Collaboration

Fast learner

Vehicle safety

Driver's license

Prototype driving

Travel flexibility

Tools

CAN tools

LIN tools

Ethernet debugging tools

Job description

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Software Test Technician to join our vehicle software team in Irvine, CA. You will execute vehicle‑level testing across the software delivery lifecycle, from main‑branch health to OTA release validation, gaining hands‑on impact on how our vehicles operate with the latest hardware and software.

Collaborate across software development, integration, validation and technician teams to ensure stable software delivery across programs and variants,