Sr Embedded Software Engineer, Power Electronics

TieTalent; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop innovative power electronics software. In this role, you'll influence software architecture and contribute to the entire development cycle, ensuring high-quality outputs in a collaborative environment emphasizing cutting-edge technology and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of embedded software principles.
• Proven experience with version control systems.
• Ability to develop and utilize scripting languages for testing.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the complete development cycle of embedded software.
• Develop and test real-time software components.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for software functionality.

Skills

C programming

Embedded software development

Problem Solving

Scripting languages (Python)

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitFlow

Bazel

CMake

Job description

Sr Embedded Software Engineer, Power Electronics

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About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

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About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

Imagine being at the heart of the electric revolution. Our team is creating groundbreaking power conversion systems for electric vehicles, smart grids, and more. We're seeking a highly driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer who's ready to be a key contributor and shape our embedded software landscape.

Join Us And You'll Be Empowered To

• Shape Technology: Play a pivotal role in developing the software that powers the future of energy and transportation.
• Make a Tangible Impact: See your code come to life in real-world applications.
• Grow Your Expertise: Expand your technical skills and take on new challenges in a supportive environment.
• Collaborate and Contribute: Work within a talented team where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Be a Key Contributor: Your efforts will be essential to the success of our innovative products.
  
  

Responsibilities

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will be a vital contributor, responsible for the complete development cycle of embedded software for our innovative power electronics products. You'll have the opportunity to directly influence our software architecture and see your work come to life. Your responsibilities will include:

• End-to-End Contribution: Playing a key role in the specification, design, implementation, and thorough testing of low-level software (bare metal and RTOS) for various power electronics applications.
• Independent Problem Solving: Taking initiative to understand and resolve technical challenges and ambiguities in requirements and designs.
• Interface Development: Designing and implementing clear and efficient interfaces between software components.
• Multicore Implementation: Contributing to the development and testing of multicore applications for optimal performance.
• Real-Time Implementation: Developing robust and efficient real-time software components and interfaces.
• Quality Focus: Implementing and executing comprehensive software component testing to ensure stability and reliability.
• Hardware Interaction: Collaborating with hardware engineers and using debugging tools to verify software functionality.
• Detailed Documentation: Creating and maintaining thorough documentation for your software projects.
  
  

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of embedded software development principles and strong C programming skills.
• Proven experience with version control systems (GitFlow, GitLab).
• Ability to develop and utilize scripting languages (Python) for testing and automation.
• Familiarity with software build systems and the ability to work with build scripts (Bazel preferred, CMake, Makefile).
• A strong grasp of real-time software concepts and testing methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design, implement, and test embedded software modules.
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

Nice-to-have skills

• C
• Python
• GitFlow
• Gitlab
• CMake
• Carson, California
  
  

Work experience

• Embedded
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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