Integration & Test Software Engineer

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.

In this role, you will be a member of the Platform Software Test Team, responsible for testing and validation of the core firmware platform used across Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ full portfolio of products. Using industry best practices, you will help define testing requirements and testing methods that will ensure we continue to raise the bar on the quality of the core firmware platform.

Leveraging Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ field analytic pipelines, you will help to drive continuous monitoring and improvements to the core firmware platform.

• Design architectures and develop embedded software for ECU simulation and physical test assets.
• Maintain automation and test frameworks at scale for usage in rapid engineering development and manufacturing environments.
• Develop multi-tiered test‑suites that ensure the detection of regressions.
• Collaborate with base software firmware and test engineers to implement embedded solution simulations and testing gaps.
• Come together with your peers to share ideas, ask why with an open and curious mind, and learn from each other’s diverse perspectives to deliver great work as a team.
• Shape the future of our automated testing and release strategies.
• Partner with product management and engineering peers to design end‑to‑end user journeys that are verifiable through automated testing.

• 8+ years of experience with Python scripting, including testing frameworks such as pytest.
• 8+ years developing software for embedded products.
• Solid understanding of development life cycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes.
• Experience with gitlabci or equivalent Continuous Integration systems.
• Good team player with great communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced development environment.

Total compensation packages for full‑time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.

In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees.

External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site. If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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.

We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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 that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candi