Staff Camera Optical Engineer jobs in United States
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Rivian · 2 days ago

Staff Camera Optical Engineer

positionPalo Alto, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$167K/yr - $209K/yr
date5+ years exp

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. The Staff Camera Optical Engineer will drive the development of best-in-class camera systems for deployment in Rivian vehicles, focusing on aspects of autonomy, driver assistance, and driver convenience.

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Responsibilities

Develop specifications of optical components, including camera lenses, module housing, camera shroud, and vehicle windshield
Work with the supply chain partners to build and validate optical components
Design lab test protocols and image quality metrics for in-house product validation at component and subsystem levels
Document evidence and participate in the cross-functional decision making process

Qualification

Optical engineeringCamera image qualityOptical simulation toolsOpto-mechanical assemblyCamera characterizationPythonCommunication skillsDetail orientedCollaboration

Required

BS/MS/PhD in optics, physics, or related technical fields
5+ years of camera work experience
Mastering optical simulation tools such as Ansys Zemax OpticStudio and SPEOS
Hands-on experience in optical metrology and camera characterization
Experience in opto-mechanical system assembly and packaging, tolerance analysis, and stray light analysis

Preferred

Understanding automotive camera requirements
Experience with camera module development at high volume
Experience working with contract manufacturing partners
Programming experience with Python
Familiarity with camera image signal processing (ISP) pipeline
Ability to work at a fast pace and collaborate well with cross functional teams
Detailed oriented and demonstrating a structured work style
Outstanding communication skills

Benefits

Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment
Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment

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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