Rivian · 1 month ago
Staff Software Engineer, Full-Stack (QMS)
US-CA-Palo Alto
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$186K/yr - $232K/yr
10+ years expRivian is a company focused on designing, developing, and maintaining applications that enhance product quality throughout its lifecycle. The Staff Software Engineer will lead a team to create and optimize full-stack applications, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of engineers, driving architectural decisions and ensuring the quality of the team's output
Design and architect complex software systems, considering scalability, performance, security, and maintainability
Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing
Tackle complex technical challenges and provide innovative solutions to overcome obstacles
Champion code quality standards and best practices, conducting code reviews and ensuring the team's code is well-documented and testable
Identify and address performance bottlenecks in applications and systems, optimizing for speed and efficiency
Stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends in full-stack development, exploring new tools and techniques to improve the team's productivity and the quality of the software
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, clearly articulating technical concepts and decisions
Take ownership of projects and initiatives, driving them to successful completion
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional software development experience with a proven track record of designing, building, and deploying complex full-stack applications
Deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue), HTML, CSS, and responsive design
Extensive experience with state management, performance optimization, and testing frameworks
Mastery of at least one backend language (Node.js, Python) and extensive experience building highly scalable and reliable RESTful APIs
Strong understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns
In-depth knowledge of various database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, graph databases) and experience with data modeling, performance tuning, and database administration
Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including serverless computing, container orchestration (Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring tools
Knowledge of security best practices for web applications and APIs, including authentication, authorization, and data protection
Deep understanding of Agile development methodologies and experience working in Agile environments
Preferred
Experience developing with Three.js is a plus
Benefits
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
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Rivian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (38)
2024 (70)
2023 (54)
2022 (79)
2021 (21)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey 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
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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