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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Software Test Technician

Irvine, California (Remote)$85.4k–$99.7kfulltimemidAdded today

About this role

Join Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies as a Software Test Technician to execute vehicle-level testing for electric vehicles across the software delivery lifecycle. You'll manage test fleets, perform hands-on validation of OTA releases, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure software quality and stability.

What you'll do

  • Execute vehicle-level testing including smoke, regression, and integration tests on main-branch and release-branch software
  • Perform ad-hoc and exploratory testing to validate feature maturity and stability
  • Manage test fleet operations including OTA updates, software configurations, and vehicle instrumentation
  • Triage and troubleshoot issues found during testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams on root cause analysis
  • Support broader test community with vehicle preparation, maintenance, and debug of vehicle-specific problems
  • Drive and validate prototype test vehicles on test tracks

What they're looking for

  • Automotive software testing and validation
  • Vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
  • Automotive electrical systems and diagnostic tools
  • Systems engineering and vehicle integration
  • Fleet management and vehicle maintenance
  • Cross-functional collaboration and communication
  • Vehicle safety concepts and procedures
  • Quick learning in fast-paced development environments

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with annual company performance bonus eligibility
  • Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) equity opportunities
  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Retirement savings programs
  • Family planning and wellness programs
  • Flexible paid time off
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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

  • Describe your experience with automotive software testing and the types of test plans you've executed.
  • Walk us through how you've debugged vehicle-level issues involving multiple systems and what tools you used.
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