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Rivian · 4 months ago

Senior Connectivity Software Engineer

positionPalo Alto, California
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$147K/yr - $185K/yr
date4+ years exp

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on creating innovative technology for electric vehicles. They are seeking a Senior Connectivity Software Engineer to design and develop software applications for connectivity solutions, particularly in 5G and Wi-Fi technologies, while ensuring high-quality code and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
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Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain Cellular and Wi-Fi software applications on POSIX systems (C++, Python)
Design and Implement state machines for control, data and voice services for 5G/Wi-Fi modules
Develop object-oriented designs, abstraction layers, middleware and system services for embedded Linux systems
Define and implement good power, connection and network policy management for various network scenarios
Develop algorithms for smart link quality detection in often ambiguous radio environments
Ensure code quality through comprehensive unit testing (GTest, GMock), system-testing and adherence to coding standards
Effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive project success

Qualification

C++ programmingWireless technologiesEmbedded Linux systemsPythonTCP/IP suiteARM processorsShell scriptingAnalytical skillsDebugging skillsProblem solving skills

Required

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering
4+ years of relevant industry experience
Strong in C++ programming
Python and shell scripting experience
Experience in wireless technologies (Cellular or Wi-Fi)
Strong understanding of TCP/IP suite, memory management and file systems
Good understanding of ARM processors, toolchains, and Linux OS
Strong first principles thinking along with excellent analytical, debugging and problem solving skills

Preferred

Cellular 4G/5G or Wi-Fi development experience
Prior experience in embedded linux systems and networking
Prior experience in Android software development (Kotlin or Java)

Company

Rivian

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Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Plymouth, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.rivian.com

H1B Sponsorship

Rivian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (38)
2024 (70)
2023 (54)
2022 (79)
2021 (21)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$21.93B
Key Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M

Leadership Team

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Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
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Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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