Systems Test and Integration Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Systems Test and Integration Engineer to bridge hardware and software across Rivian's and VW Group's future vehicles. You will integrate and validate software systems from prototypes to customer launch, coordinating across battery management, body controls, vehicle dynamics, and thermal domains.

The role requires hands-on testing, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to accelerate development and mitigate program risk.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering

Responsibilities

• Work on code changes, developing and executing test plans for new features and improvements to the ever evolving software stack for our products
• Own end-to-end software bring-up for your domain group, from early prototypes phase to launch
• Define and execute integration activities for new features
• Lead the diagnosis of field issues, working cross-functionally to drive resolutions
• Triage, debug, and perform root-cause analysis on complex, system-level integration issues spanning multiple ECUs and software domains
• Dive deep into unfamiliar ECU and vehicle subsystem domains and software stacks to resolve integration blockers and ensure system stability
• Collaborate directly with architecture, platform, and application developers to define and resolve software dependencies
• Drive automation pipelines for vehicle software validation
• Gather data from embedded communication systems such as CAN and Ethernet, as well as from cloud-based vehicle telemetry

Skills

Control systems

EV subsystems

Python & C/C++

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Vehicle dynamics

Electrical/Mechanical know-how

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering

Tools

CANalyzer/PCAN

CANape

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 a Systems Test and Integration Engineer, you will play a critical role in our vehicle development lifecycle, integrating and validating software systems from early prototypes through to customer launch. You will be the link between hardware and software as we integrate our zonal architectures and systems into both Rivian's and Volkswagen Group's future vehicles. This hands-on role requires the ability to navigate systematically across domain groups - battery management, body controls, vehicle dynamics, and thermal. The ideal candidate has strong system intuition, enabling them to make critical real-time decisions that accelerate development, expand testing capabilities, and mitigate program risk. You will be a versatile problem-solver, comfortable diving into unfamiliar technical domains and translating domain-level issues into system-wide impacts.

Responsibilities

• Work on code changes, developing and executing test plans for new features and improvements to the ever evolving software stack for our products

• Own end-to-end software bring-up for your domain group, from early prototypes phase to launch

• Define and execute integration activities for new features

• Lead the diagnosis of field issues, working cross-functionally to drive resolutions

• Triage, debug, and perform root-cause analysis on complex, system-level integration issues spanning multiple ECUs and software domains

• Dive deep into unfamiliar ECU and vehicle subsystem domains and software stacks to resolve integration blockers and ensure system stability

• Collaborate directly with architecture, platform, and application developers to define and resolve software dependencies

• Drive automation pipelines for vehicle software validation

• Gather data from embedded communication systems such as CAN and Ethernet, as well as from cloud-based vehicle telemetry

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering

• 3+ years of experience with control systems - automotive or aerospace preferred

• Hands-on experience with communication bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, or equivalent)

• Hands-on experience with software calibration tools (Vector CANape or equivalent)

• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems

• Familiarity with EV subsystems, particularly battery management, body controls, vehicle dynamics, and thermal

• Proficiency in Python and C/C++

• Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative, critical thinking to deliver exceptional results

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional - and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees - including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.

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

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