Linux Engineer

Position: Staff Linux Engineer
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

Our Linux Engineer will be responsible for owning and maturing Rivian's Linux platform across the enterprise and Joint Venture. This role requires not only strong technical execution but also architectural vision and leadership to deliver a secure, scalable, and developer-friendly environment.

This position will report to our Manger, End User Computing / Services.

Responsibilities

• Linux System Management
• Define and maintain supported Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, Rocky) and approved hardware models.
• Lead lifecycle management including OS patching, end-of-life planning, and standard image baselining.
• Policy, Security & Compliance
• Establish and enforce CIS hardening standards, encryption, authentication, and auditing.
• Partner with Security to ensure Rivian IP protection through tooling integration and policy compliance.
• MDM & Client Management
• Expand Fleet
  
  DM coverage across all Rivian and JV endpoints.
• Integrate endpoint security tools (Microsoft Defender, VPN, certificates/PKI) into the Linux ecosystem.
• Deliver dashboards and reporting for visibility, compliance, and fleet health.
• Architecture & Roadmap
• Develop and maintain a forward-looking Linux roadmap aligned with Rivian's enterprise priorities and JV expansion.
• Architect scalable solutions for onboarding, provisioning, package management, observability, and automation.
• Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert, influencing cross-functional design decisions and developer enablement.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Linux systems administration and engineering across multiple distributions.
• Proven experience in Fleet
  
  DM (or similar MDM/endpoint management tools) at scale.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise security practices (CIS, encryption, identity, PKI, vulnerability management).
• Ability to architect and deliver scalable platforms in developer-heavy environments.
• Leadership skills to operate at RIV-6 level: strategic planning, cross-team collaboration, and proactive initiative.

Expected Deliverables (First 6-12 Months)

• Documented and approved Linux support matrix (distributions, hardware, lifecycle).
• Standardized, secure Linux baseline deployed across Rivian and JV environments.
• Expanded Fleet
  
  DM enrollment and integration with Microsoft Defender, VPN, and PKI (Sectigo).
• Roadmap aligned with R2/R3 program timelines and JV developer environment needs.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range for this role is $135,800 - $169,800 for California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.

Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at

You can apply for this role through  (or through inte if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than February 6, 2026.

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.…