Lead Vehicle Systems Engineer (EV Software & Integration)

Rivian VW Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a highly capable Vehicle Systems Engineer to drive the integration of complex vehicle systems. You will collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless interaction across subsystems and to meet overall performance, safety, and reliability goals.

The role requires broad technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for shaping the future of mobility through software-defined vehicles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of systems engineering experience with leadership.
• Experience with vehicle or complex integrated systems development and launches.
• In-depth understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establish best practices for developing integrated vehicle systems and architectures.
• Ensure subsystem decomposition meets end-to-end requirements.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure system compatibility.
• Identify and mitigate risks in system designs.
• Communicate system risks to senior leadership for planning.
• Lead system-wide analyses to meet vehicle performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Job description

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a highly capable Vehicle Systems Engineer to drive the integration of complex vehicle systems. You will collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless interaction across subsystems and to meet overall performance, safety, and reliability goals.

The role requires broad technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for shaping the future of mobility through software-defined vehicles.