Senior Software Engineer, Applications

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 a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the Infotainment team chartered to develop in-vehicle applications and user experiences. You will lead the development of complex features and focus heavily on optimizing application performance. This role involves defining scalable software architecture and acting as a technical reviewer and mentor.

• Design and develop complex infotainment applications on Android Automotive OS (AAOS).
• Create modular and scalable software that can adapt to a variety of different products and use cases.
• Create design patterns and libraries to facilitate application developments.
• Identify potential problems and resolve application bottlenecks for performance optimizations.
• Perform code reviews and practice continuous integration and development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product and UI/UX design teams, to define application features.
• Write test code to test for quality, robustness, and functional correctness, including edge cases.
• Operate independently and manage workload with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, and C++.
• Proficiency in using Android and Android Jetpack APIs, including knowledge of Android NDK and JNI.
• Experience influencing outcomes across a variety of cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Android App developer.
• Familiarity with embedded Android framework services.
• Experience with continuous integration tools, such as Jenkins.
• Knowledge of Android design principles and application interface guidelines.

Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $147,000 - $183,000 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: 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.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for British Columbia Based Applicants: 108, ,000 CAD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: 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.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.