Rivian
Sr. Software QA Engineer
Rivian, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
About Rivian
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.Role Summary
In this role, you will be a member of the Rivian's Future Programs group, as a part of embedded firmware and software development on next generation products. You will partner with existing embedded software development engineers, through all stages of program development, from concept to launch, ensuring the quality, reliability and safety of software systems.Responsibilities
Develop detailed test strategies and processes ensuring coverage for performance and safety traction-based systems, work closely with firmware/hardware/project management teams and making sure AQ requirements are aligned with overall product goals and deliverables.Design and implement test automation framework for continuous integration and testing pipelines.Oversee the design and execution of automated regression testing.Manage SIL and HIL test environments, driving playing critical role in SW/HW integration.Manage and oversee entire SW release process, identify fixes and resolutions before deployment.Root cause analysis and driving corrective actions.Initiative for improvement for QA metrics and processes.Reporting QA results, issues and risks.Work with cross functional group to determine hardware testing needs and support testing and validation effort.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other relevant fields.4+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer productsExperience with embedded systems and real time software testing, preferrable in automotive/traction systems.Experience in C/C++, Python, and scripting in test automation.Experience in CI/CD automation workflows (Jenkins or similar).Familiarity with UDS or XCP protocols.Expertise in various protocols and their physical layers (I2C, SPI, CAN, CAN-FD, USB-PD etc)Familiarity with real-time operating system platforms, ideally in functional-safety critical applicationsFamiliarity with hardware/software architecture selection with cost and performance tradeoffs (OS, MCU, etc... selection).Passion for and demonstrated proficiency in working with cross-functional hardware & software teams.Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
Pay Disclosure
Salary range for California Based Applicants: $117,200-$146,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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.Rivian 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.Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.Role Summary
In this role, you will be a member of the Rivian's Future Programs group, as a part of embedded firmware and software development on next generation products. You will partner with existing embedded software development engineers, through all stages of program development, from concept to launch, ensuring the quality, reliability and safety of software systems.Responsibilities
Develop detailed test strategies and processes ensuring coverage for performance and safety traction-based systems, work closely with firmware/hardware/project management teams and making sure AQ requirements are aligned with overall product goals and deliverables.Design and implement test automation framework for continuous integration and testing pipelines.Oversee the design and execution of automated regression testing.Manage SIL and HIL test environments, driving playing critical role in SW/HW integration.Manage and oversee entire SW release process, identify fixes and resolutions before deployment.Root cause analysis and driving corrective actions.Initiative for improvement for QA metrics and processes.Reporting QA results, issues and risks.Work with cross functional group to determine hardware testing needs and support testing and validation effort.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other relevant fields.4+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer productsExperience with embedded systems and real time software testing, preferrable in automotive/traction systems.Experience in C/C++, Python, and scripting in test automation.Experience in CI/CD automation workflows (Jenkins or similar).Familiarity with UDS or XCP protocols.Expertise in various protocols and their physical layers (I2C, SPI, CAN, CAN-FD, USB-PD etc)Familiarity with real-time operating system platforms, ideally in functional-safety critical applicationsFamiliarity with hardware/software architecture selection with cost and performance tradeoffs (OS, MCU, etc... selection).Passion for and demonstrated proficiency in working with cross-functional hardware & software teams.Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
Pay Disclosure
Salary range for California Based Applicants: $117,200-$146,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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.Rivian 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.Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.