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ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership: Provide direction and technical guidance to the engineering team, steering architectural decisions while ensuring high-quality deliverables. System Design: Architect and design sophisticated software systems with a focus on scalability, performance, security, and maintainability. Mentorship and Collaboration: Cultivate a collaborative environment through mentorship and coaching of engineers, promoting knowledge sharing. Problem Solving: Address complex technical issues and devise innovative solutions to navigate challenges. Code Quality: Uphold and advocate for coding standards and best practices, performing code reviews and ensuring comprehensive documentation and testability. Performance Optimization: Analyze and resolve performance bottlenecks, enhancing application and system efficiency. Innovation: Stay informed of emerging technologies and trends in full-stack development, exploring new tools and methodologies to boost team productivity and software quality. Communication: Effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, articulating concepts and decisions clearly. Ownership: Assume responsibility for projects and initiatives, steering them to successful outcomes.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major automotive companies to advance electric vehicle software. The partnership focuses on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud platforms, and seamless connectivity, aiming to raise the bar for software-defined vehicles. The team draws on combined strengths in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security to create smarter, more sustainable mobility solutions.
Role overview
The Senior Fullstack Software Engineer for Developer Productivity joins a team dedicated to building tools and features that streamline the developer experience. The group’s mission centers on enabling engineers to work efficiently and focus on high-impact tasks, using AI-powered solutions to remove friction from daily workflows.
This role involves designing and implementing improvements across the entire software development lifecycle. The position supports both Vehicle Software (from code to car) and Cloud teams, ensuring that development processes are smooth and reliable. Regular collaboration with DevOps and Infrastructure teams is key, helping high-velocity teams deliver quality software quickly.
Location
Palo Alto, California
About Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a cutting-edge collaboration driving the evolution of electric vehicles through innovative technology. Our focus is on creating solutions that enhance connectivity, safety, and sustainability in the automotive sector, setting new standards globally.
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About ALSO.ALSO is an innovative electric mobility company that originated as part of Rivian. Our dedicated team consists of builders, dreamers, and innovators committed to developing unique, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address today's and tomorrow's global mobility challenges. Our mission is to encourage everyone to choose ALSO as an alternative to traditional vehicles, making transportation more affordable, enjoyable, and 10-50 times more efficient.Your ResponsibilitiesOversee the top-level CAD assembly of a lightweight four-wheeled vehicle platform, focusing on occupant packaging, ergonomics, and the integration of essential sub-systems.Leverage a strong technical background in body structures, applying principles of beams, columns, and panels to automotive or motorcycle manufacturing techniques.Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, as well as industrial design teams, to identify and resolve packaging and interface challenges.Facilitate cross-functional teamwork through design reviews, clash management, and packaging trade-offs, maintaining a holistic view that balances performance, manufacturability, and ergonomics.Lead system integration workflows and timelines, implementing structured and repeatable processes in a dynamic startup environment.Assist in transitioning from prototype to production with well-organized documentation and coordination with manufacturing and supply chain teams.Your QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.7+ years of experience in mechanical design and system integration, ideally with vehicle platforms such as automotive, ATV, or UTV.Proficiency in 3D CAD (preferably CATIA), with demonstrated ability to manage complex, top-level assemblies, including occupant environments and structural systems.Familiarity with PLM systems and workflows; skilled in defining and managing part structures and release processes.Experience in designing and integrating major vehicle sub-systems while balancing A-class surface requirements.Strong grasp of multi-domain trade-offs in vehicle packaging.Proven track record in leading cross-functional integration efforts, ideally having experience in startup environments.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major automotive innovators focused on advancing mobility. The partnership works on a range of technology solutions, including operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity. The goal is to address the unique challenges of electric vehicles and set new standards for software-defined vehicles worldwide. With expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security, the team aims to create smarter, more connected, and sustainable mobility solutions. Role overview The Vehicle Data Services team seeks a Lead Staff Software Engineer to help drive the Cloud Data Platform. This position centers on building scalable and reliable Data Services that move data between backend systems and vehicles. The work involves supporting high-throughput telemetry, managing both streaming and batch data, maintaining a data model registry, and coordinating fleet-wide push updates. What you will do Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, low-latency distributed systems for vehicle data services Support telemetry systems that handle streaming and batch data Oversee the data model registry and manage fleet push updates Shape the interaction between Cloud and Mobile services with vehicles and other cloud systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges Contribute to the architecture and software for next-generation Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) Requirements Experience designing and developing distributed systems Ability to work on high-throughput data platforms and telemetry systems Strong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams Background in supporting cloud and mobile service integration with vehicles
About ALSO.At ALSO, we are revolutionizing electric mobility. Founded as an innovative offshoot of Rivian, our dedicated team of builders, visionaries, and innovators is committed to designing cutting-edge, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire communities to embrace ALSO, transforming local transportation by replacing conventional cars, trucks, and SUVs with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly efficient options—10 to 50 times more efficient, to be precise.We are on the lookout for a Senior Staff Vehicle Controls Engineer who will take charge of the design and development of our world-class vehicle control systems. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and modeling to validation and deployment. You will bring strong technical leadership in control architecture, estimation, and algorithm development, influencing the next generation of vehicle control systems in a dynamic and collaborative setting. Your work will span software, firmware, electrical, and vehicle domains to tackle complex engineering challenges.Your ResponsibilitiesDefine and spearhead the architecture and development of vehicle control systems, including motion management, stability control, and related functions.Take ownership of system-level control strategies and interface definitions across control, firmware, electrical, and vehicle domains.Develop and guide control algorithms and state estimators for vehicle control applications.Establish handling metrics, define objective maneuvers, and create performance evaluation methodologies.Construct and maintain high-fidelity simulation models to validate estimators, observers, and control solutions.Lead the development of state estimation and sensor fusion techniques that support vehicle controls (e.g., IMU, GPS, WSS integration).Craft control architectures for distributed or multi-controller systems and ensure scalability across various programs.Proactively identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.Drive system-level integration and troubleshoot issues across software, firmware, and vehicle domains.Offer technical leadership and mentorship to the controls team, evaluating architecture and algorithm designs.Promote continuous improvement of control development workflows, tools, and automation processes.
Join ALSO as a Staff Vehicle Test Engineer!At ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, originally founded as part of Rivian. Our dedicated team of builders, dreamers, and innovators is committed to designing innovative small electric vehicles (EVs) that tackle today’s and tomorrow’s mobility challenges. Our goal is to encourage everyone to choose ALSO, replacing conventional vehicles with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient options—10 to 50 times more efficient!As a Staff Vehicle Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the reliability and durability testing of our vehicles.Your Responsibilities:Establish and implement vehicle durability and environmental test targets, collaborating with engineering teams across various systems.Assist in test planning and execution for fleet validation activities, focusing on edge case extraction, localized product testing, and data collection.Define and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to enhance product usage metrics.Support vehicle integration and the setup, configuration, and operation of measurement equipment.Conduct vehicle-level testing for software features, assessing performance, functionality, and stability.Ensure traceability and assist with defect management and prioritization.Aid in the planning and execution of vehicle tests to meet homologation requirements.Your Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.Five or more years of experience in systems test engineering, vehicle testing, or durability testing.Proficiency in instrumentation and data collection techniques (e.g., accelerometers, strain gauges, data logging).Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies.Experience with vibration, shock, thermal cycling, and environmental testing.Familiarity with homologation and durability testing processes.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies combines the strengths of two leaders in automotive innovation. This partnership is dedicated to shaping the future of mobility by advancing electric vehicle technologies, including operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud infrastructure, and connectivity frameworks. The team’s work aims to raise the bar for software-defined vehicles on a global scale, with a strong focus on connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security. Role overview The Senior Staff Technical Program Manager - Vehicle Systems Architecture partners directly with the Vehicle Systems Architecture lead. This position translates broad technical vision into coordinated, actionable program plans and ensures execution across engineering teams. Serving as the bridge between strategy and delivery, the role requires strong technical expertise, significant experience managing complex programs, and the ability to align cross-functional groups toward shared objectives. Key responsibilities Serve as the strategic partner to the Vehicle Systems Architecture lead, turning high-level technical and architectural strategies into detailed program plans across multiple teams. Guide the development, prioritization, and ongoing refinement of the vehicle technical roadmap with stakeholders, keeping product goals in focus. Develop and manage the integrated master plan for major vehicle system deliverables, collaborating with engineering to break down complex initiatives into clear strategies, milestones, and dependencies. Act as a technical liaison and accountability partner among stakeholders at Rivian, Volkswagen Group, and industry collaborators to synchronize roadmaps and architectural deliverables. Build and enhance processes and communication channels to improve execution efficiency, support cross-functional collaboration, and centralize program status updates. Identify and manage technical risks at the vehicle level, address cross-functional dependencies and trade-offs, lead mitigation efforts, and ensure transparent escalation of issues. Location Palo Alto, California
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Join the Future of Mobility with ALSO.At ALSO, we are a pioneering electric mobility company that emerged from Rivian, driven by a mission to redefine urban transportation. Our enthusiastic team is dedicated to designing innovative, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address today's and tomorrow's mobility challenges. We aspire to create a world where our vehicles replace countless local car, truck, and SUV miles, offering a more enjoyable, affordable, and up to 50 times more efficient means of transportation.As a Senior Staff Vehicle CAD Lead, Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our next-generation vehicle platforms. This position offers the unique opportunity to significantly influence the design and development of our innovative two to four-wheeled vehicles.Your Key Responsibilities:Oversee the complete development of high-level CAD assemblies using CATIA, facilitating design iterations and release activities across the team.Take ownership of top-level vehicle CAD, defining mechanical and electrical interfaces, maintaining master sections, reference views, and conducting kinematic sweeps for steering and suspension components.Lead cross-functional packaging workstreams, focusing on subsystem control volume development, mass optimization, packaging, manufacturability, and serviceability.Manage interference detection and resolution activities, conducting regular manual and automated checks, and collaborating with subsystem engineering teams to address issues.Conduct vehicle-level assembly simulations to identify clearance, assembly flight path, tool access, and serviceability challenges.Drive PLM Integration Activities: Oversee the CAD data lifecycle and audit subsystem lifecycle statuses. Create and manage the top-level vehicle Bill of Materials (BOM) within PLM tools.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies combine their expertise to advance electric vehicle technology. Their joint team focuses on developing operating systems and cloud solutions that support software-defined vehicles. This collaboration aims to deliver smarter, more connected, and secure vehicles, supporting a sustainable future. Role overview The Staff Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Engineer leads efforts to refine and integrate advanced design and manufacturing practices. This role centers on optimizing in-house control units, with an emphasis on maintaining high standards for both quality and efficiency. What you will do Guide the development of advanced design and manufacturing methods Integrate new processes to improve in-house control unit production Focus on achieving strong quality and efficiency benchmarks Requirements Experience with design for manufacturing principles Background in optimizing production for quality and efficiency Ability to work on in-house control unit projects
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies have partnered to advance electric vehicle technology. This collaboration focuses on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud-based services, and vehicle connectivity. Both companies share a commitment to setting new standards for software-defined vehicles, aiming to deliver smarter and more sustainable transportation. By combining expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, the partnership is working to create more connected and intelligent vehicles. The goal is to open up new possibilities for the automotive industry worldwide. Role overview The System Integration Engineer, Vehicle Systems, plays a central part in the vehicle development process. This role is responsible for integrating and validating software systems throughout all stages, from early prototypes to final customer delivery. Work covers the entire software stack, including both low-level drivers and user-facing applications. Key responsibilities involve bridging the transition from early mule builds to production vehicles, supporting smooth feature integration, and ensuring overall system reliability. The engineer must understand vehicle software architecture and make real-time prioritization decisions to keep development moving forward, strengthen testing, and reduce program risks. What you will do Integrate and validate software systems across all phases of vehicle development Support seamless feature integration from prototype to production Ensure system reliability and address issues that could impact the entire vehicle Prioritize tasks in real time to improve testing and minimize risks Requirements Strong problem-solving skills Ability to tackle unfamiliar technical challenges Experience connecting component-level issues to system-wide impacts Comprehensive understanding of vehicle software architecture Location Palo Alto, California
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major automotive companies in a joint venture focused on next-generation vehicle technology. The team develops operating systems, zonal controllers, and advanced cloud and connectivity solutions to shape the future of software-defined vehicles. With combined strengths in connectivity, AI, and security, the organization pursues sustainable and intelligent solutions for electric mobility worldwide. Role overview The Senior Staff Structural Simulation Engineer takes the lead in managing structural and thermo-mechanical risks for advanced vehicle electronics. Using high-fidelity numerical simulations, this role defines design requirements for integrated PCB layouts, enclosures, and cooling systems to help meet hardware reliability goals. The engineer sets up protocols for material characterization and develops model correlation methods to ensure simulation accuracy. As a technical authority, the Senior Staff Structural Simulation Engineer shapes cross-functional decisions and leads complex root-cause analyses for new electrical hardware. The role also guides multidisciplinary teams in implementing next-generation vehicle systems. Work location This position is based in Palo Alto, California. It follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two established automotive companies focused on advancing electric mobility. This partnership develops solutions that include operating systems, zonal controllers, and advanced cloud connectivity. Their mission centers on tackling electric vehicle challenges and shaping the future of software-defined vehicles. The team draws on deep expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security to contribute to a more sustainable and connected world. Role overview The Staff Electrical Hardware Technical Program Manager, ECU, joins the Electrical Hardware Technical Program Management group. This position guides the development and execution of electronic control units for vehicles, requiring sound judgment and a proactive mindset. The role involves influencing teams and decisions without direct authority. Serving as the Electrical Hardware team’s representative in cross-functional discussions, the Technical Program Manager champions vehicle program priorities throughout the entire product development process. Key responsibilities Oversee the design, development, release, and validation of Rivian electronic control units (ECUs) Maintain clear communication about program deliverables, status, and risks Promote program visibility and alignment across multiple teams Location Palo Alto, California
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major automotive companies to advance electric vehicle software. The partnership focuses on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud platforms, and seamless connectivity, aiming to raise the bar for software-defined vehicles. The team draws on combined strengths in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security to create smarter, more sustainable mobility solutions. Role overview The Senior Fullstack Software Engineer for Developer Productivity joins a team dedicated to building tools and features that streamline the developer experience. The group’s mission centers on enabling engineers to work efficiently and focus on high-impact tasks, using AI-powered solutions to remove friction from daily workflows. This role involves designing and implementing improvements across the entire software development lifecycle. The position supports both Vehicle Software (from code to car) and Cloud teams, ensuring that development processes are smooth and reliable. Regular collaboration with DevOps and Infrastructure teams is key, helping high-velocity teams deliver quality software quickly. Location Palo Alto, California
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two leaders in the automotive industry, focused on advancing electric vehicle technology. The team works across areas like advanced operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity, aiming to address the challenges of electric mobility with new approaches to software-defined vehicles. Expertise in connectivity, AI, and security drives the mission to create a smarter, more sustainable, and connected future for transportation. Role overview The Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Gateway will join the Internet of Things (IoT) and Streaming Team in Palo Alto. This position centers on developing and improving a scalable, resilient IoT platform that manages data exchange between vehicles and the cloud. Key responsibilities include building core features for the Cloud Gateway Platform, such as: Remote Commands Asset State management Streaming and batch data acquisition Data model registry Fleet orchestration for push updates This work shapes how vehicles operate and communicate, directly influencing the architecture of next-generation Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). What you will do Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, low-latency distributed systems for vehicle-cloud communication Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Cloud Gateway Platform and its role in vehicle operations
Apr 28, 2026
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