Job Description

About Us:Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotivexe2x80x99s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, wexe2x80x99re 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, wexe2x80x99ll map a new way forward. Working together, wexe2x80x99ll create a future thatxe2x80x99s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary:In this role, you will be part of the Wireless/Connectivity Software team, responsible for designing and building cutting-edge 5G, Wi-Fi and connectivity software stacks which vehicles rely on for infotainment, in-vehicle hotspot, diagnostics and other customer facing features. In this multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work on various aspects of connectivity software that empowers connected vehicles. Responsibilities:

• Design and develop modern wireless (Cellular and/or Wi-Fi) software stack and algorithms for Rivianxe2x80x99s cutting-edge connectivity system
• Design and Implement state machines for control, data and voice services for interfaces with 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
• Collaborate with other HW, BSP, wireless software developers, system architecture and test teams in architecting a scalable software platform
• Ensure good software architecture practices are followed across the team; actively contribute to code and design reviews; perform unit testing to deliver high quality software

Qualifications:

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Strong C++ programming and debugging skills
• Experience in wireless technologies (Cellular or Wi-Fi)
• Proficient in algorithms
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP suite, memory management and file systems
• Good understanding of ARM processors, toolchains, and Linux OS
• Strong first principles thinking along with excellent analytical, debugging and problem solving skills

Nice to Have:

• Cellular 4G/5G or Wi-Fi development experience
• Prior experience in embedded linux systems and networking
• Prior experience in Android software development (Kotlin or Java)

Company Statements: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 (xe2x80x9cRVWxe2x80x9d) 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 (xe2x80x9cCandidate Personal Dataxe2x80x9d). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. RVW 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.RVW 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) RVW affiliates; and (iii) RVWxe2x80x99s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.RVW 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 note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

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