Rivian · 12 hours ago
Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Lighting Software
Tustin, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $169K/yr
5+ years expRivian is seeking a dedicated and innovative Sr. Embedded Software Engineer to join their software development team. This role is integral to the development and integration of exterior and interior lighting architecture for Rivian and VW vehicle platforms, focusing on software and electrical engineering related to lighting control systems.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Responsible for development and testing of lighting (exterior and interior) software for Rivian and VW vehicle platforms
Write quality code that is optimized for target micro controllers' resources (ram/ flash/ compute)
Write test cases (unit, SIL, HIL) to test the code that has been developed
Bench test developed code on real hardware setups. Provide profiling to the codebase to ensure micro controller resource optimizations across OTAs
Work closely with system engineering teams to ensure requirement accuracy and traceability to code and test cases
Participate in hardware design review, schematic reviews and ensure SW compatibility to incoming hardware changes
Prioritize and escalate issues based on user impact and program objectives for prompt resolution, demonstrating strong decision-making skills
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering; Master's degree preferred
5+ years of experience working with automotive control systems. Experience writing code for lighting, graphic design, pixel rendering is a plus
Expertise in C programming languages as well as Python, with a focus on developing scalable and maintainable code. Linux experience is a plus
Deep understanding of embedded systems architecture and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
In-depth knowledge of data structures, micro controller architectures, memory management and optimization techniques
Ability to troubleshoot software on hardware setups. Ability to use on chip debuggers to step through the code for troubleshooting
Strong knowledge and experience working in lab based environments - with tools like multimeters, logic analyzers, power suppliers etc
Strong documentation and communication skills for tasks like - a) design documentation, b) design reviews, c) giving instructions to lab techs to build test setups/ harnesses etc
Experience with tools for requirements management, revision control, issue management systems like JIRA, JAMA, Git
Proficiency in CAN/LIN/ETH tools like Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, etc., along with a deep understanding of embedded hardware & software design
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required
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
Leadership Team
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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