Sr. Software Engineer Infotainment Software

Rivian VW Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary and eligibility for performance bonus

Equity options

Benefits tailored to local market

Job summary

Rivian VW Group is seeking Software Engineers to develop cutting-edge in-vehicle applications. You will focus on creating intuitive user experiences and collaborate with design teams to deliver innovative interfaces.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, with over 5 years of experience in software development, specifically with C++, Rust, Java, or Kotlin. Our team thrives on curiosity and passion for technology, driving a vision for sustainable mobility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with software development life cycle from requirements gathering to implementation.
• Experience with C++, Rust, Java, or Kotlin.

Responsibilities

• Develop best-in-class applications for in-vehicle user experience.
• Collaborate with UX/UI and Studio Teams for UI and content integration.
• Test in-vehicle experience in Rivian prototype vehicles.

Skills

C++

Rust

Java

Kotlin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software‑defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

As we develop a fully integrated experience in our R1 and future vehicle lines, we need Software Engineers to help raise the bar for mission critical in‑vehicle applications. Our diverse team shares an innate curiosity for the world, a willingness to see things differently, and a passion for getting things done. We never stand still in our pursuit of progress, and we’re looking for the best and brightest talent to accelerate our vision toward future mobility.

Responsibilities

• Develop best‑in‑class applications for in‑vehicle user experience, with a focus on mission critical user interfaces
• Create progressive, intuitive, and reliable applications for the Rivian in‑vehicle experience
• Collaborate with the UX/UI Team and Studio Team to realize beautiful, cutting‑edge UI and seamless integration with 2D and 3D content
• Test the in‑vehicle experience in the lab and in Rivian prototype vehicles
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing
• Help drive research into new technologies and interfaces
• Collaborate with other divisions in understanding and sharing technology roadmaps, portfolios, and intellectual property

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience with software development life cycle experience, from requirements gathering through to implementation and maintenance
• 5+ years of experience with any of the following: C++, Rust, Java or Kotlin

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Functional Safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and best practices for automotive software development
• Experience with Android application frameworks
• Experience with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS)
• Experience with Qt, including Qt Safe Renderer, in an automotive environment
• Deep understanding of user‑friendly, immersive, reactive user interface development

Total Rewards

Full‑time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition to base salary, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies offers benefits tailored to the local market. For more information on the benefits available for full‑time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site https://rivianvw.tech/#careers. If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 [e-mail].

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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) record keeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, 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.

If you provide a mobile telephone number as part of your application or during the recruitment process, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use that number to contact you via SMS text message for recruitment‑related purposes, including scheduling, logistics, and status updates. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of applying for or being considered for employment.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

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