Senior Hardware Systems Architect – Infotainment & Embedded AI

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Palo Alto (CA)

On-site

USD 213,000 - 266,300

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus
Equity options

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies in Palo Alto is seeking an experienced Hardware Systems Architect to lead the development of system architectures within the low voltage electrical system of vehicles. You will work cross-functionally, define performance criteria, and guide technology roadmap.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree and has over 10 years of experience in automotive or aerospace, with a strong focus on embedded systems and high-compute technologies. This position includes a competitive salary and annual performance bonus.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in automotive or aerospace industries.
  • Familiarity with infotainment and autonomy technologies.
  • Experience with embedded systems and network performance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts to develop understanding of product features.
  • Collaborate to translate features into technical requirements.
  • Establish vendor relationships for technology mapping.

Skills

Automotive high-compute technologies
Embedded systems design
Network performance optimization
High-speed automotive interfaces
Machine learning

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

High-compute SoCs
Embedded hardware components

Job description

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies in Palo Alto is seeking an experienced Hardware Systems Architect to lead the development of system architectures within the low voltage electrical system of vehicles. You will work cross-functionally, define performance criteria, and guide technology roadmap.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree and has over 10 years of experience in automotive or aerospace, with a strong focus on embedded systems and high-compute technologies. This position includes a competitive salary and annual performance bonus.

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