Vehicle Software Test Technician - OTA & Fleet Testing

Rivian VW Group

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies are seeking a Software Test Technician to advance the software in our electric vehicles. You will perform vehicle‑level testing across the software delivery lifecycle, from main‑branch health checks to monthly OTA release validation, influencing how our vehicles operate with the latest hardware and software.

You will collaborate with software development, integration, validation, and technician teams to ensure stable software delivery across programs and

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in automotive software testing, test or factory operations, or automotive diagnosis and repair (3+ years preferred)
Working knowledge of automotive electrical systems and vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and relevant debug tools
Understanding of dependencies between electrical and mechanical systems
Experience with systems engineering, automotive network architecture, or vehicle integration is a plus
Experience managing or maintaining vehicle fleets for testing and validation is a plus
Strong interpersonal communication skills and a proactive, cross‑functional collaboration style
Demonstrated ability to learn new skills quickly and work in a fast‑paced development environment
Strong understanding of vehicle safety concepts and testing‑related safety procedures
Valid driver's license with a clean driving history
Professional experience driving prototype test vehicles on test tracks is a plus
Flexibility to travel domestically/internationally (up to 25%)

Responsibilities

Execute vehicle‑level testing across the software delivery lifecycle — smoke, regression, and integration on both main‑branch and release‑branch software — following structured test plans covering functional verification, bug‑fix validation, and integration coverage.
Perform hands‑on ad‑hoc and exploratory testing to validate feature maturity and stability.
Manage the test fleet — install OTA updates, maintain software configurations, and instrument vehicles to collect data for debug and validation.
Triage issues found during testing and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to root cause, prioritize, and resolve high‑impact vehicle‑level problems.
Support the broader test and technician community with vehicle prep, upkeep, and debug of vehicle‑specific issues.
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.