Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About the Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focused on addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through software-defined technology, including operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate the platform software layer for the battery management system, including drivers and middleware
• Design, develop, and test safety-critical diagnostics and reactions in cooperation with functional safety teams
• Collaborate with hardware teams on design, schematics, and hardware validation
• Work with cross-functional teams including Battery applications, Controls, and Test and Integration to meet application requirements

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development
• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Expert C programming skills
• Experience with embedded software development and optimization
• Experience with battery monitoring firmware or power electronics
• Deep familiarity with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Experience with functional safety requirements (ISO-26262)
• Proficiency in microcontroller development and hardware bring-up
• Hands-on experience with debugging tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with safeRTOS
• Familiarity with multi-core, automotive-grade microcontrollers
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DOIP
• Familiarity with Battery Sensing/Monitoring ICs (e.g., adbms683x, TI-BQ)