Embedded Systems Engineer, Vehicle Access

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 part of the vehicle access team, responsible for designing and building highly complex systems spanning multiple domains that bring new vehicle access features, improved functionality, and better performance to how users interact with our vehicles. In this multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work on designing algorithms and solutions which enable the magic of passive entry among various other vehicle‑level features.

• Design, development, and implementation of sophisticated localization algorithms to accurately determine the user’s position and orientation to the vehicle in real‑time.
• Build scalable python‑based tools to enable rapid prototyping, debuggability, offline analysis and algorithm performance visualization.
• Optimize algorithms for real‑time performance on embedded systems, with a focus on computational efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with test and integration engineers to integrate with other system components, ensuring seamless vehicle operation.
• Leverage AI and machine learning tools to contribute to the team’s data‑based insights generation efforts.
• Take ideas through stages of concept, design, execution, deployment, and hardening in a production environment.
• Work closely with other development and cross‑functional team members in software such as mobile app, body controls, product security, infotainment, VUX teams, and EE/Hardware teams not only in vehicle access but other cross‑functional initiatives.

• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related fields, with a large focus on control systems, sensor fusion, state estimation, or related areas.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
• Understanding of Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and Linux fundamentals.
• Curious, enjoys rapid prototyping and working collaboratively in a fast‑paced R&D environment, with excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Experience with Matlab or related simulation tools is nice to have.

Ideal

Qualifications:

• Worked on designing, implementing signal processing, estimating.

Salary Range for Palo Alto California Based Applicants
:$146,900 - $183,600 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for Irvine, California Based Applicants
:$135,100 - $168,900 per year (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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.

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.

External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site…