Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 3 weeks ago
Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$186K/yr - $232K/yr
7+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a vision for the future of electric vehicles. They are seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to focus on the software stack for Design Verification of PCBAs & ECUs, developing device drivers and building validation test cases for next-gen vehicle platforms.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Work with h/w and s/w architects to collaborate on next-gen platform architecture with various SoCs and the software stack
Design, develop, and deploy embedded software on Linux and/or RTOS for board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics
Collaborate across multiple disciplines to deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize, and get things done with high efficiency and urgency
Ability to debug in real-time across the s/w and h/w stack to understand the real issue and provide solutions, working and collaborating with multiple teams if needed
Familiarity with Linux build systems, device trees, and kernel driver development is essential
Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders, and OEMs/ODMs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field
7+ years' experience in Embedded Software Development
Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Connectivity platforms preferably working with GNSS, UWB, RF, A2B, BT Audio
Good coding skills on C/C++
Good understanding of Linux and/or RTOS fundamentals, Board Support Packages, kernel configuration, device driver interfaces, debugging tools, etc
Excellent debugging skills with an ability to work across organizations/teams
Experience using Lauterbach, Oscilloscope, JTAG, Flashing Tools, etc
Good understanding of interface/communication protocol stacks (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe, CAN), and board bring-up
Experience with scripting languages (Python, shell)
Preferred
Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Connectivity platforms
Experience on automotive hypervisors e.g. QNX
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 adequate on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums
Flex Time Off
Retirement savings plans
Medical, vision and dental coverage
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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