Sr. Software Engineer Infotainment Software

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies•Palo Alto, 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. As we develop a fully integrated experience in our R1 and future vehicle lines, we need Software Engineers to help raise the bar for mission critical in-vehicle applications. Our diverse team shares an innate curiosity for the world, a willingness to see things differently, and a passion for getting things done. We never stand still in our pursuit of progress, and we’re looking for the best and brightest talent to accelerate our vision toward future mobility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience with software development life cycle experience, from requirements gathering through to implementation and maintenance
5+ years of experience with any of the following: C++, Rust, Java or Kotlin

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Functional Safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and best practices for automotive software development
Experience with Android application frameworks
Experience with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS)
Experience with Qt, including Qt Safe Renderer, in an automotive environment
Deep understanding of user-friendly, immersive, reactive user interface development

Responsibilities

Develop best-in-class in applications for in vehicle user experience, with a focus on mission critical user interfaces
Create progressive, intuitive, and reliable applications for the Rivian in-vehicle experience
Collaborate with the UX/UI Team and Studio Team to realize beautiful, cutting-edge UI and seamless integration with 2D and 3D content
Test the in-vehicle experience in the lab and in Rivian prototype vehicles
Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing
Help drive research into new technologies and interfaces
Collaborate with other divisions in understanding and sharing technology roadmaps, portfolios, and intellectual property