About the job
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major names in the automotive industry, working together to advance electric vehicle technology. Their partnership focuses on developing new operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity solutions for the next generation of software-defined cars. The team is committed to making vehicles smarter, more connected, and more sustainable through advances in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security.
Role overview
The Senior Automation Engineer will join the Mapping and Charging Quality Assurance (QA) team in Vancouver, BC. The main focus is on testing and validating mapping software for electric vehicles. This work involves a combination of automated, manual, and semi-automated testing methods to ensure the software meets high standards for quality and reliability.
What you will do
- Test and validate mapping software using a mix of automation, manual, and semi-automated approaches
- Design, build, and improve automated tools and testing infrastructure to help the QA team scale
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive them to completion
- Troubleshoot software issues and thoroughly test bug fixes
- Collaborate closely with other teams to ensure quality across complex systems
Who thrives in this role
- Engineers with a strong interest in integrating complex systems, especially infotainment technologies
- Those dedicated to software quality assurance, automation, and internal tool development

