Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Staff Vehicle Systems Engineer
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County · Staff+ · Full-time
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About the role
- 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.
- By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward.
- You will play a key role in ensuring seamless interaction between hardware and software components, contributing to the overall performance, reliability, and safety of our electric vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Establish best practices for developing integrated vehicle systems, including requirements, architectures, and designs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, etc.) to ensure system compatibility and seamless subsystem integration
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in system designs
- Lead system wide analysis to ensure vehicle level performance metrics are met during integration
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional subsystem teams to deliver integrated subsystems and features
- Ability to lead and work effectively in cross-functional teams
- We build the exceptional - and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering discipline
- 6+ years of experience in systems engineering with experience in a leadership role
- Experience with vehicle or similarly complex integrated systems development and launches
Compensation
- $186k-$256k
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.
- This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.
- Learn more about our global benefit programs.
Company info
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter.
- The road to the future is uncharted.
- Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
- Role Summary
- At Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, our mission revolves around developing vehicles powered by software and data.
- As a Vehicle Systems Engineer, you will be a crucial part of our team, working alongside engineers across various disciplines to design, develop, and integrate complex vehicle systems.
- We leverage cutting-edge technology and a collaborative environment to achieve this.
- We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Vehicle Systems Engineer with broad technical expertise to ensure seamless integration and harmonization across various vehicle subsystems.
- If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and are passionate about shaping the future of mobility, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact by contributing to the next generation of electric vehicles.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders (customers, engineers, business partners and leadership) to ensure all are informed and aligned on the technical direction
Equal opportunity
- 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.
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities.
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- We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status
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