Embedded Software Engineer (Lighting)

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Embedded Software Engineer to join our software development team. This role is integral to the development and integration of lighting systems for Rivian and VWG brand vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or software.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, computer science, automotive systems, or related fields
At least 1 year of experience with automotive control systems or embedded software engineering
Proficiency in C/C++, Python
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated creativity in design work along with manual fabrication skills and excellent communication abilities.
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with student competitions like BAJA, FSAE etc is a huge plus.
Familiarity with model-based design using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow

Responsibilities

Develop software in C for exterior and interior lighting systems for Rivian and VWG brand vehicles (Like Audi, Porsche etc)
Be responsible to implement creative features involving graphics and lighting animations for various special events and releases
Be responsible for implementing (coding) safety and regulatory requirements around lighting across North America and Europe.
Create test cases and test scripts for evaluating related features in Unit test, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments.
Be involved with desktop based tooling (full stack/ javascript/ RUST skillset) to enable visualizing lighting animations to aid software development.
Own lighting features end to end and participate all the way from design to development and testing of said features.
Implement AI skills and automation to simplify and automate development workflows to aid feature deliveries.
Collaborate with other software engineers to enhance or create a simulation model/platform for analyzing, optimizing, and troubleshooting various aspects of the vehicle.
Conduct design reviews for new content and address software issues in vehicles/prototypes.
Aid in integrating features into the controller code base.
Test the developed software on the vehicle and assist in feature calibration.
Design diagnostic interfaces for the controller.
Contribute to designing an exceptional engineering initiative aimed at elevating electric vehicles to new levels of sophistication.