Senior Embedded Lighting Engineer — Automotive Systems

Rivian VW Group

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Annual performance bonus
Eligibility for equity
Tailored benefits for local market

Job summary

Rivian VW Group is looking for a dedicated and innovative Sr. Embedded Software Engineer to join their team. This pivotal role involves the design and integration of lighting architecture in Rivian and VW vehicles. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software and electrical engineering, particularly in lighting control systems.

Applicants will be responsible for leading software design, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring that software aligns with hardware requirements. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years in automotive control systems are required, and knowledge of C and Python is essential.

This position offers full-time salary and performance bonuses, alongside equity options, in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience working with automotive control systems.
  • Experience writing code for lighting, graphic design, pixel rendering is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Own significant part of software design and development for lighting systems.
  • Lead software design ensuring code scalability across platforms.
  • Work closely with system engineering teams for requirement accuracy.

Skills

C programming languages
Python
Embedded systems architecture
Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Software development lifecycle
Agile and Scrum
CAN/LIN/ETH tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering
Master's degree

Tools

Vector CANalyzer
CANoe
CANape

Job description

Rivian VW Group is looking for a dedicated and innovative Sr. Embedded Software Engineer to join their team. This pivotal role involves the design and integration of lighting architecture in Rivian and VW vehicles. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software and electrical engineering, particularly in lighting control systems.

Applicants will be responsible for leading software design, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring that software aligns with hardware requirements. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years in automotive control systems are required, and knowledge of C and Python is essential.

This position offers full-time salary and performance bonuses, alongside equity options, in a collaborative environment.

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