Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, RTOS

About Us

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.

Role Summary

Our growing EV team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop the software stack for PCBAs and ECUs, with a focus on vehicle controllers. This role requires expertise in the rapidly evolving EV market. You will be instrumental in the software life cycle, coding across the entire stack—from the application layer down to low-level device drivers. Responsibilities include creating software prototypes for early hardware/software co-designs, developing validation test cases in Python/C, building SDKs, and more. You will collaborate with top talent in embedded hardware and software development within this dynamic industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop/maintain software stack for h/w design verification/validation for RTOS based automotive ECUs.

• Instrumental with board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics.

• Collaborate across multiple disciplines to deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize, and get things done with high efficiency and urgency.

• Ability to debug/triage across the s/w and h/w stack to understand the real issue and provide solutions, working and collaborating with multiple teams if needed.

• Familiarity with build systems, device trees, and kernel driver development is essential.

• Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders, and OEMs/ODMs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

• 5+ years of professional experience developing embedded software on microcontrollers (automotive, industrial, or similar safety-/reliability‑critical domains).

• Solid understanding of Free/Safe RTOS fundamentals (tasks, scheduling, interrupts, synchronization, memory management) and experience bringing up or configuring at least one RTOS‑based platform.

• Strong programming skills in C/C++ (bare-metal and RTOS), Python/Rust.

• Hands-on experience with board bring-up and low-level drivers for peripherals such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, GPIO, timers, ADC/DAC, and external memories.

• Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (JTAG/SWD, Lauterbach or similar, in‑circuit debuggers, flashing tools) and lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, power supplies).

• Demonstrated ability to debug complex system issues end‑to‑end, spanning firmware, hardware, and interactions with test or application software.

• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and clear, concise technical communication with architects, design engineers, validation teams, and external vendors.

• Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, and technical leaders

  Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Infineon SDK and toolchain

• Experience with automotive ECUs is a big plus.

• Background in platform/BSP development for MCU‑based ECUs, including clocking, BSP, and device configuration, and hardware abstraction layers.

• Experience with hardware components like sensors, gate drivers, etc.

• ISO 26262 functional safety awareness

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. 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.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs .

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site ( https://rivianvw.tech/#careers ). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board .

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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