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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer (Lighting)

Irvine, California (Remote)$107k–$147.1kfulltimemidAdded today

About this role

Join a Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies joint venture as an Embedded Software Engineer focused on lighting systems for electric vehicles. Develop and integrate cutting-edge lighting software for exterior and interior systems across multiple brand platforms, combining embedded C programming with creative feature implementation and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

  • Develop C software for exterior and interior lighting systems on Rivian and VWG vehicle platforms
  • Design and implement lighting animations and graphics features for special events and vehicle releases
  • Implement safety and regulatory compliance requirements for lighting systems across North America and Europe
  • Create and execute test cases across unit, SIL, and HIL testing environments
  • Own lighting features end-to-end from design through development, testing, and vehicle integration
  • Develop desktop tooling and visualization interfaces using JavaScript/Rust to support animation development

What they're looking for

  • C/C++ programming
  • Python
  • Automotive embedded systems
  • MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing
  • Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing
  • JavaScript/Rust (full-stack tooling)
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with performance bonus eligibility
  • Equity compensation in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
  • Comprehensive health coverage and wellness programs
  • Retirement savings programs
  • Flexible time-off policies
  • Family planning programs
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is developing next-generation software-defined electric vehicles through a joint venture, focusing on systems architecture, battery management, and safety-critical systems. The company is hiring engineers in software architecture, embedded systems, functional safety, test integration, and audio systems to build reliable and compliant EV platforms.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience developing embedded software for automotive control systems and what challenges you've faced.
  • Describe a lighting or animation feature you've implemented—how did you approach the design and testing?
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