Rivian · 1 month ago
Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Lighting Software
US-CA-Tustin
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $214K/yr
7+ years expRivian is a company focused on innovative automotive solutions, and they are seeking a dedicated and innovative Staff Embedded Software Engineer. This role is integral to the development and integration of exterior and interior lighting architecture for Rivian and VW vehicle platforms, involving leadership in software design, testing, and mentoring junior engineers.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Own significant part of software design and development and testing for lighting systems (exterior and interior) for Rivian and VW vehicle platforms
Lead software design to ensure code scalability across platforms while accommodating requirements for future programs
Work closely with system engineering teams to ensure requirement accuracy and traceability to code and test cases
Participate in hardware design review, schematic reviews and ensure SW compatibility to incoming hardware changes
Mentor junior engineers to develop and deploy quality code that is optimized for RAM, compute and flash resources
Will be responsible for ensure hardware is brought up correctly and developed software functions with the given hardware (aka bench testing, board level SW verification)
Develop a validation strategy, devise a plan, and spearhead the calibration process at the feature level to ensure the successful delivery of the complete vehicle feature set
Create and oversee the development of comprehensive test cases and scripts to validate features in Unit test, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments
Prioritize and escalate issues based on user impact and program objectives for prompt resolution, demonstrating strong decision-making skills
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering
7+ years of experience working with automotive control systems
Expertise in C programming languages as well as Python, with a focus on developing scalable and maintainable code
Deep understanding of embedded systems architecture and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
In-depth knowledge of data structures, micro controller architectures, memory management and optimization techniques
Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle and methodologies, including Agile and Scrum
Proficiency in CAN/LIN/ETH tools like Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, etc
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience writing code for lighting, graphic design, pixel rendering
Linux experience
Experience with tools for requirements management, revision control, issue management systems like JIRA, JAMA, Git
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
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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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