Sr. Android Developer

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 platform you’ll build is the most used application across the entire Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ecosystem. It is a sophisticated, large‑scale, Android‑based system that sits at the nexus of several critical initiatives—from intelligent energy management to integrated digital assistants.

Your mission is to architect and develop best‑in‑class, consumer‑facing software that directly accelerates the world’s transition to electric vehicles. By engineering exceptional experiences, you will significantly reduce "range anxiety" for millions of customers globally, making sustainable transportation viable and exciting.

You won’t just be building an app; you’ll be developing a crucial piece of the Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV) infrastructure that will scale across a multi‑billion‑dollar joint venture, directly shaping the future of global mobility. In this role, you will be pioneering first‑of‑its‑kind, high‑volume experiences and setting the Android architecture foundation for our most strategic product.

You will be a key contributor, leveraging your deep Android expertise to deliver robust, high‑performance software:

• Design and architect scalable, high‑performance applications on the Embedded Android OS and contribute to the overall Android application stack.
• Collaborate closely with product and UI/UX teams to define, influence, and deliver compelling application features.
• Identify, debug, and resolve complex application bottlenecks, focusing on Kotlin, Java, and C++ performance optimizations in a multi‑threaded environment.
• Triage, debug, and fix deep‑seeded issues across the application lifecycle, from development through final release.
• Drive quality through rigorous code reviews, continuous integration/development (CI/CD), and robust test‑code implementation, including functional correctness and edge cases.
• Lead the design and implementation of subsequent application updates and releases, ensuring seamless Over‑The‑Air (OTA) delivery.
• Grow your skills with continual learning, workshops, conferences, and talks.

Core Android Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (MS preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Proven Android app developer with 5+ years of experience building and shipping production‑quality applications.
• Expert proficiency in Kotlin, Java, and C++, with a clear understanding of when and how to leverage each language.
• Deep proficiency in using Android and Android Jetpack APIs, including expert knowledge of Android NDK and JNI for optimal performance.
• Solid knowledge of Android design principles, application interface guidelines, and the full scope of Android’s performance and testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with Embedded Android Framework Services (AOSP) and system‑level integration.
• Proficient in code versioning tools including Git and CI tools like Jenkins.

Collaboration & Impact

• Ability to autonomously manage a substantial workload with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent inter‑personal skills with the ability to collaboratively work with and influence cross‑functional, globally distributed teams.
• Top‑notch teamwork and communication skills.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 147,000 USD - 183,000 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 and…