Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 12 hours ago
Sr. Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Motion & Control Systems
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$147K/yr - $183K/yr
5+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focused on electric vehicle technology. The Senior Embedded Engineer will be responsible for designing and validating real-time control algorithms for Autonomous Driving features and optimizing performance across vehicle systems.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Design and implement trajectory-control algorithms in Embedded C for Autonomous Driving features, which can scale across various chassis architectures
Lead technical meetings and code reviews, providing technical feedback to drive traceable and high-quality solutions
Ensure seamless integration of control algorithms with the vehicle motion-control and state estimation software stack
Lead system-level debugging, root cause analysis, and issue resolution across multiple vehicle domains
Analyze system behavior using data analytics tools and methodologies to identify issues and improvement opportunities
Develop, execute, and manage detailed daily test plans, and create and deploy test cases on various test automation platforms (data playback, SIL, HIL)
Collaborate with systems engineers to define feature-level requirements and ensure functional analysis using hierarchical DFMEA
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, with prior coursework in non-linear control and/or optimal control
5+ years of experience in systems integration, embedded controls, or with trajectory control algorithms in automotive, aerospace, or related fields
Proficiency with Embedded C/C++ and Python
Deep understanding of embedded systems and RTOS
Demonstrated expertise in debugging embedded systems and automotive networking protocols (specifically CAN, LIN, and Ethernet)
Experience troubleshooting complex field issues with developer-driven field data analytics
Proficiency in firmware development processes and relevant tools (Git, Gtest)
Experience leveraging analytic tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer/CANape or similar automotive data/logging platforms) for large-scale data review
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 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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