Senior Cellular 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.

We are building an exciting software‑defined vehicle architecture and looking for highly skilled and motivated software engineers to join our Wireless Software team. More specifically we are building a highly complex and distributed connectivity software stack along with 5G and Wi‑Fi SW applications and are looking for someone with strong wireless experience and proficient in modern C++ to help grow our team’s capabilities.

• Design, develop and maintain Cellular software applications on POSIX systems (C++, Python)
• Design and implement state machines for control, data and voice services for 5G/Wi‑Fi modules
• Develop object‑oriented designs, abstraction layers, middleware and system services for embedded Linux systems
• Define and implement good power, connection and network policy management for various network scenarios
• Develop algorithms for smart link quality detection in often ambiguous radio environments
• Ensure code quality through comprehensive unit testing (GTest, GMock), system‑testing and adherence to coding standards
• Effectively collaborate across cross‑functional teams to drive project success

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Strong C++ programming
• Experienced in 4G/5G SW application development
• Python and shell scripting experience
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP suite, memory management and file systems
• Good understanding of ARM processors, tool chains, and Linux OS
• Strong first principles thinking along with excellent analytical, debugging and problem‑solving skills

Nice to Have:

• Wi‑Fi / BT or eSIM development experience
• Prior experience in embedded Linux systems and networking
• Prior experience in Android software development (Kotlin or Java)

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $147, USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits

Summary:

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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