Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 1 day ago
Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $214K/yr
8+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. They are seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to develop the software stack for PCBAs and ECUs, focusing on vehicle controllers and collaborating with top talent in embedded hardware and software development.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Architect, design, develop and deploy embedded software components on RTOS for board bring-up, verification, and validation of automotive electronics
Mentor and guide a team of Software Engineers to design, develop, and deploy embedded software on RTOS-based systems for board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics
Work with h/w and s/w architects to collaborate on next-gen platform architecture with various SoCs and the software stack, share plans/roadmaps, and align deliverables
Crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders, and OEMs/ODMs. Collaborate across multiple disciplines to deliver quality code, help resolve complex problems, prioritize, and get things done with high efficiency and urgency
Oversee troubleshooting across the s/w and h/w stack to rootcause the issue and provide quick resolution collaborating with multiple teams if needed
Design, drivers, middleware, applications and other components for enabling different electronic components
Debug in real time across software and hardware to understand the real issues and provide solutions, work and collaborate with multiple teams if needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field
8+ years of professional experience developing embedded software on microcontrollers (automotive, industrial, or similar safety-/reliability‑critical domains)
1+ years of experience as a technical lead, leading software development teams, is a big plus
Strong programming skills in C for embedded systems; working knowledge of Python for tooling, scripting, or test automation is a plus
Solid understanding of RTOS fundamentals (tasks, scheduling, interrupts, synchronization, memory management) and experience bringing up or configuring at least one RTOS‑based platform
Hands-on experience with board bring-up and low-level drivers for peripherals such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, GPIO, timers, ADC/DAC, and external memories
Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (JTAG/SWD, Lauterbach or similar, in‑circuit debuggers, flashing tools) and lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, power supplies)
Demonstrated ability to debug complex system issues end‑to‑end, spanning firmware, hardware, and interactions with test or application software
Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and clear, concise technical communication with architects, design engineers, validation teams, and external vendors
Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, and technical leaders
Preferred
Team leading skills are a big plus
Experience with automotive ECUs is a big plus
Background in platform/BSP development for MCU‑based ECUs, including clocking, BSP, and device configuration, Hardware abstraction layers
Experience with hardware components like sensors, gate drivers etc
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
Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
Eligibility for equity
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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