Senior Software Test Engineer - Automation & CI/CD Leader

Rivian VW Group; Palo Alto, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Test to join the Consumer Applications Test Team and own testing strategy, execution, and quality outcomes for consumer apps and platforms.

This role builds on the existing scope of owning testing for new features, test infrastructure, internal tooling, CI/CD, and automation across Consumer Applications, while adding senior-level expectations for technical leadership, strategy, and domain ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years in software test engineering, including automation, test infrastructure, and CI/CD systems.
• Proven ability to develop and execute test strategies across unit, integration, SIL, HIL, and end-to-end layers.
• Experience leading projects or mentoring junior engineers to improve team effectiveness.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, Java, Shell, or Rust for building backend services and automation.
• Expertise in CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Buildkite) and modern build systems.
• Background in designing automation frameworks for cloud, mobile, or embedded environments.
• Strong knowledge of testing best practices, including the test pyramid, mocking, and test data management.
• Experience with HIL, SIL, or lab bench setups is preferred.
• Proficient in Linux, Git, and standard developer workflows.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with an ownership mindset and a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Testing leadership and product ownership

Skills

Python

C/C++

Java

Shell

Rust

Linux

Git

CI/CD

Test automation

Automation frameworks

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Buildkite

Job description

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Test to join the Consumer Applications Test Team and own testing strategy, execution, and quality outcomes for consumer apps and platforms.

This role builds on the existing scope of owning testing for new features, test infrastructure, internal tooling, CI/CD, and automation across Consumer Applications, while adding senior-level expectations for technical leadership, strategy, and domain ownership.