Rivian · 22 hours ago
Autonomy Systems Validation Engineer II
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$93K/yr - $116K/yr
1+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The Autonomy Systems Validation Engineer will be responsible for vehicle-level testing of ADAS and Autonomy features, working cross-functionally to ensure market regulatory compliance and analyze testing results.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Support with designing, developing, planning, executing, and maintaining ADAS, Autonomy, and SOTIF test plans, scenarios, automated scripts and software tools to support feature data collection, vehicle performance, functionality validation and technology platform design
Troubleshoot, root cause and proactively resolve software and hardware issues in collaboration with domain experts, including vehicle data deep dives, recommending corrective actions and influencing design
Analyze test data against internal requirements, write reports, communicate results and issues and make recommendations to software and hardware design teams
Support vehicle development builds, bring up, commissioning and instrumentation / data logger installation and debugging
Drive and evaluate prototype software and competitor vehicles both subjectively and objectively on public roads and at test facilities
Travel up to 30%
Qualification
Required
Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment
Excellent analytical, problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
1+ years of professional experience in ADAS, Autonomous Vehicles, Vehicle Testing, Vehicle Dynamics or a related field
Experience with automotive architecture, electrical systems and communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, XCP, etc.) and debugging tools (Vector CANalyzer, CANape, PCAN, Vehicle Spy, etc.)
Experience with SW integration, scripting / coding tools, requirements definition, verification and validation and the DVP process (JAMA, JIRA, Confluence, GIT, Python, Matlab, SQL, etc.)
B.S. degree in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical, SW, Mechatronics, Robotics, Aerospace, Systems or Computer Science / Engineering or a strong technical background in a related field
Minimum age of 21
No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period)
No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years
No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years
Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle
Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring
Travel up to 30%
Preferred
Experience with ADAS sensors and ground truth equipment (Radar, LiDAR, Cameras, OXTS, DGPS, VBOX, etc.) is a plus
Hands-on experience flashing and debugging complex vehicle systems is a plus
Hands-on experience with in-vehicle data acquisition and logging systems is a plus
Experience driving prototype vehicles, including limit driving and/or certifications preferred
Experience with relevant ADAS regulations, certifications, and functional safety standards (USNCAP, EUNCAP, IIHS, ISO26262, FMVSS or IEC61508, Automotive SPICE, etc.) is a plus
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
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
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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