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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 4 months ago

Embedded Software Engineer

positionPalo Alto, California
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on creating innovative automotive technology. The Embedded Software Engineer role involves developing vehicle access solutions that replace traditional key fobs with mobile devices, collaborating with hardware and security teams to enhance user experiences and security features.

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Responsibilities

Implement industry leading vehicle access solutions for features like passive entry, immobilization, remote entry and access key distribution
Create exceptional user experiences and new features by working closely with other teams such as EE/Hardware, Security, Body Controls, Infotainment and Mobile
Take ideas through stages of concept, design, execution, deployment and hardening in a production environment
Bring up new features and vehicle variants across a variety of exciting, rich environments like lab cars, test vehicles, HILs (Hardware-in-the-Loop benches), and SILs (Software-in-the-Loop simulations)

Qualification

CC++ programmingReal Time Operating SystemsAutomotive systems experienceWireless networks experienceScripting languagesRustSIL/HIL automation systemsCANEthernetSPII2CUser-centric mindsetCollaboration skillsFast-paced environment adaptability

Required

B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Strong collaboration and systems mindset
Strong C or C++ programming skills
Experience developing on Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic development environment
User-centric mindset to build software for incredible user experiences

Preferred

Experience in automotive systems and applications
Experience with wireless networks is an added plus
Scripting languages (for example Python)
Experience with Rust
Working experience building SIL/HIL and other automation systems
Experience with CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C

Benefits

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
dateFounded in 2024
location
Palo Alto, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://rivianvw.tech

H1B Sponsorship

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kranti Garatkar
Staff Technical Program Manager
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