Software Engineer, Infotainment Platform Power

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.

The Infotainment Team is at the core of reimagining what mobility can be. We are seeking an Embedded Linux Engineer with expertise in low‑power system design, particularly in suspend‑to‑RAM (S3), deep sleep modes, and dynamic power management. The ideal candidate will have experience with Linux kernel power management, device tree configurations, and hardware‑software co‑design for optimizing energy consumption in embedded systems.

• Develop and optimize low‑power modes (Suspend‑to‑RAM, Deep Sleep, and Quick Boot) in Embedded Linux/Android environments.
• Work with device tree to configure power domains, wake sources, and regulator control.
• Debug suspend/resume failures using tools like ftrace, powertop, pm‑graph, wakeup sources debugging, and reading kernel logs.
• Optimize SoC power consumption by analyzing power rails, clock gating, and dynamic voltage scaling.
• Develop firmware and drivers for power‑sensitive peripherals and interface with PMICs.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to ensure efficient power domain partitioning and validate power rail sequencing.
• Profile CPU, GPU, and peripheral power consumption and implement software optimizations for battery‑powered systems.
• Work with Yocto, Buildroot, or custom Linux distributions to implement and test power management features.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Embedded Linux/Android Kernel Development (drivers, PM subsystems, device tree)
• Suspend‑to‑RAM (S3), Deep Sleep, and Quick Boot experience
• Strong debugging skills (ftrace, dmesg, , wakeup sources)
• Device tree (DTS), regulator control, and power domains configuration
• Experience with PMICs (Power Management ICs) and clock management
• Familiarity with hardware schematics and power rail analysis
• Experience with power measurement tools (oscilloscope, multimeter, power analyzers)
• Experience debugging issues in the field

• Experience working with hypervisors and OS running on a virtual machine
• Experience implementing suspend/resume apps & software on Android
• Experience recovering from suspend/resume failures

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 186,000 USD - 232,000 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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.

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.

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