Systems Architecture Software Engineer

The role

You will architect the software and electrical architecture for next generation electric cars and trucks. This involves functional decomposition, network topology, and system optimization for cost, quality, and manufacturability.

What you will do

• Advance capabilities for analyzing network architecture, topology, and behavior of vehicles.
• Interface with multiple functional domains to help define future technology roadmap.
• Define and decompose program functional and performance requirements to sub-systems.
• Design system architecture and function allocation for scalability.
• Assign functions to mechanical hardware, electrical hardware, or software.
• Create and run models to understand design feasibility and limits.
• Perform system analysis to understand strengths, drawbacks, and limitations.
• Provide and drive system optimization.

Required qualifications

• B.S. in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience with Systems Engineering, communication networks, safety-critical systems, and/or automotive development processes; or advanced degree.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.
• Good team player with excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to set direction and guide the team.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual company performance bonus program
• Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Health coverage
• Retirement savings
• Time off
• Family planning programs

About the company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders addressing electric vehicle challenges through technology like operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud solutions.