Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Charging & Energy

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.


Role Summary

As a Sr Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of cutting-edge charging products. You will contribute to software design and implementation on embedded Linux platforms, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Your deep understanding of embedded systems will be essential to ensuring our products are reliable, high-performing, and secure.


Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux application software for residential and commercial charging products.
• Develop unit tests and system-level SIL tests to ensure the highest code quality.
• Develop and support software tools used for development and testing.
• Participate in code reviews, providing technical feedback to drive quality design.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Where you'll work: Torrance, CA or Irvine, CA. 3 day in office expectation.


Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of industry experience developing C/C++ based applications on embedded Linux.
• 2+ years of experience with build tools such as Make and CMake.
• Experience with implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.
• Experience with unit test frameworks e.g., Google Test.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using languages such as Bash or Python
• Experience with web-based communication protocols, especially gRPC and WebSockets preferred.
• Experience working with CAN and Modbus communication interfaces preferred.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker preferred.
• Experience with Yocto-based build systems for embedded devices including kernel customization, package selection, and recipe development preferred.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and using tracking tools like Jira and JAMA preferred.
• Experience with Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) preferred.
• Experience with electric vehicle charging protocols such as SAE J1772, DIN SPEC 70121, and ISO 15118 preferred.
• Experience with designing software to meet functional safety e.g., UL1998, ISO26262, ASPICE, etc preferred.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range for Southern California Based Candidates: $135,100.00 - $168,900.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for Northern California Based Candidates: $146,900.00 - $183,600.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Equal Opportunity

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Our interview process is designed to evaluate your personal technical foundation, real-time problem-solving logic, and structured capabilities. Therefore, the use of assistive generative AI tools to formulate or deliver your solutions during live interview sessions is not permitted . We care most about how you think - how you make sense of unclear requirements, weigh trade-offs, and explain why you chose one approach over another. We value your unique human perspective, your authenticity, and the journey it takes to reach a solution.

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