Embedded Software Engineer II, BMS

About Us

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.

In this role, you will be a member of the Vehicle Controls & Motion team, responsible for architecting, implementing, and integrating battery management platform software across Rivian’s controls boards. The platform includes drivers, operating systems, middleware, and application frameworks necessary for all aspects of vehicle controls. Through close collaboration with Hardware and Application Software teams, you will build the foundation of Rivian’s vehicle software.

• Develop and integrate the platform software layer for Rivian’s battery management system, from initial bring‑up to shipping to customers, including drivers and middleware for several components, diagnostics, and reactions.
• Design, develop and test safety critical diagnostics and reactions in close cooperation with the functional safety and system teams.
• Collaborate with the hardware team on overall design, schematics, and hardware validation.
• Work closely with other development and cross‑functional team members such as Battery applications and Controls, Test and Integration, and Battery systems teams to ensure the platform is meeting application requirements.

• 2+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer products.
• B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in C programming skills.
• Embedded software development and optimization expertise.
• Experience with battery monitoring firmware and/or power electronics.
• Familiarity with Real Time Operating Systems (safe
  
  RTOS is a plus).
• Experience with development for function safety requirements (ISO-26262).
• Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and hardware bring‑up.
• Familiarity with multi‑core, automotive grade microcontrollers.
• Experience with software development for systems with live sensor inputs.
• Hands‑on experience debugging in real world environments with embedded diagnostics tooling such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, etc.
• Team player with great communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced development environment.
• Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to production.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DOIP is a plus.
• Familiarity with Battery Sensing / Monitoring ICs (adbms
  683x, TI‑BQ, etc.) is a plus.

Salary Range for Irvine Based Applicants
: $,000

The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location.

Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.

In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

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