Staff Software Engineer, Infotainment Platform (AOSP)

Company: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: March 22, 2025

Job Description:

About UsRivian 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.Role SummaryThe Infotainment team is at the core, reimagining what mobility can be. They are responsible for building the ecosystem that delivers a beautiful and intuitive in-vehicle experience to Rivian drivers and passengers.Responsibilities

• Develop and customize Linux/Android services and embedded Android applications for compatibility across various Android versions and hardware.
• Design and enhance Android systems at the AOSP framework layer to improve performance, stability, and user experience.
• Implement and uphold best practices in embedded AOSP development, HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) customization, Android middleware, and the Linux kernel to ensure robust security and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to system crashes, HAL, and Android middleware (drivers, libraries, and frameworks).
• Optimize and manage Android Over-the-Air (OTA) update systems to ensure smooth operation across multiple devices.
• Optimize AOSP components for various needs, including execution speed, RAM utilization, and code size.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, infrastructure, and application teams, to maintain and enhance the vehicle software stack.Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated 8+ years of experience in developing embedded system software, from requirements gathering to implementation and maintenance.
• Proficiency in modern C, C++, and/or Java/Kotlin programming.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
• Experience with POSIX-based embedded systems; preferred experience in Linux, QNX, and/or Android.
• Experience with SELinux to create, modify, and maintain Linux services for secure system operations.
• Be a self-starter who can navigate ambiguity, gather requirements, and translate them into actionable engineering plans.
• Preferred experience in infotainment systems or AOSP-based systems.
• Preferred experience with Linux kernel driver development.Nice to Have:
• Deep knowledge of one or more technical areas, such as displays, cameras, graphics, power management, audio, and Bluetooth.
• Experience with low-level interfaces typical of embedded systems, such as I2C, SPI, GPIO, UART, USB, PCIe, SDIO, UFS, and MDIO.
• Experience in security auditing and/or applying upstream security patches.Pay DisclosureSalary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 186,000 USD - 232,000 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 and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.Equal OpportunityRivian 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.Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at .Candidate Data PrivacyRivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.Please see our and for more information.Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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