Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 4 months ago
Sr. Manager, Autonomy Data Collection and Prototyping Systems
Palo Alto, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$213K/yr - $266K/yr
10+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The Sr. Manager for Autonomy Data Collection and Prototyping Systems will lead a team responsible for designing and operating data collection systems to support Rivian's autonomy development efforts, ensuring timely and quality data for training and validation.
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Responsibilities
Lead the strategic direction, planning, design, and implementation of scalable and reliable data collection and prototyping systems, including both hardware and software, for Rivian’s Autonomy team
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and continuously improve the effectiveness of both data acquisition and prototyping efforts
Work cross functionally with stakeholders to define requirements on data quality, volume, and diversity and ensure these requirements are met
Drive optimization of the complete data pipeline from vehicle to data consumption together with key stakeholders
Ensure data quality, integrity, and security through robust validation and governance processes
Stand up and lead prototyping initiatives from concept to delivery
Plan budget and resource allocation for data collection fleets and prototyping labs
Manage in-house prototyping labs and equipment as well as relationships with internal partners and external vendors
Lead technical teams and mentor team members, both individual contributors and people managers, championing best practices, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or a related field
10+ years (Bachelor's)/8+ years (Master's) of professional experience with building autonomous systems or similarly complex robotics systems
Strong track record of leading high performing teams
Excellent system level understanding of state-of-the-art multi-sensor autonomy stacks, both from a hardware and software perspective
Strong problem solving and coordination skills and an ability to operate effectively in a highly cross functional and fast paced environment
Excellent team player with strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to work out of Rivian's Palo Alto office 5 days per week
Benefits
Rivian 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
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
1001-5000 employees
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