Tracking Engineer, Perception, Autonomy jobs in United States
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Rivian · 3 days ago

Tracking Engineer, Perception, Autonomy

positionPalo Alto, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$179K/yr - $224K/yr
date3+ years exp

Rivian is a company focused on creating emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles and fostering a passion for the outdoors. They are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to design and implement high-performance tracking algorithms for perception and active safety systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust tracking solutions.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize high-performance tracking algorithms for perception and active safety systems
Develop robust and scalable C++ software for real-time, safety-critical applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Perception, Sensor Fusion, Planning, Controls) to deliver production-grade tracking solutions
Conduct performance evaluation, debugging, and optimization on large-scale datasets and onboard systems

Qualification

C++Perception systemsRoboticsMulti-sensor fusionObject trackingSafety-critical applicationsCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunication

Required

3+ years of direct industry experience as a software engineer in robotics, AV (Autonomous Vehicle), or other real-time, safety-critical experience
Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++14/17 or later) and software engineering best practices
Solid understanding of perception systems, multi-sensor fusion, or object tracking
Proven ability to work in complex, large-scale codebases and deliver high-quality solutions
Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Preferred

Experience in robotics, active safety, or autonomous systems preferred

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, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Company

Rivian

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Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Plymouth, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.rivian.com

H1B Sponsorship

Rivian 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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2025 (38)
2024 (70)
2023 (54)
2022 (79)
2021 (21)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$21.93B
Key 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

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Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
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Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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