Staff TLM, Backend (Vehicle Edge)

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. Role Summary:This role requires a deep understanding of vehicle diagnostics systems, automotive communication protocols, edge computing technologies and regulatory compliance. The Staff TLM, Backend (Vehicle Edge) will play a critical role in building the infrastructure that enables our smart diagnostic systems. Responsibilities:

• Technical leadership: Provide technical leadership to a team of engineers, driving architectural decisions and ensuring the quality of the team’s output.
• System design: Design and architect complex backend systems for equipment integration, considering scalability, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Mentorship and collaboration: Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Problem-solving: Tackle complex technical challenges and provide innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Code quality: Champion code quality standards and best practices, conducting code reviews and ensuring the team’s code is well-documented and testable.
• Performance optimization: Identify and address performance bottlenecks in on-vehicle diagnostic systems, optimizing for speed and efficiency.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, clearly articulating technical concepts and decisions.
• Ownership: Take ownership of projects and initiatives, driving them to successful completion.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years of deep expertise in software design, architecture, and engineering.
• Golang/Python Proficiency: Strong experience with Golang and/or Python, including concurrency, networking, and data structures.
• Basic Edge Computing: Familiarity with the concept of edge computing and containerization (Docker).
• Automotive Protocols: Basic understanding of automotive and web communication protocols (e.g., UDS, DoIP, DoCAN, HTTP, gRPC, MQTT).
• Communication: Ability to bridge technical details with business requirements.
• API Development: Experience designing and developing gRPC and/or RESTful APIs.
• Databases: Proficiency with at least one database technology (SQL or NoSQL).
• DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Security: Understanding of security best practices for on-vehicle systems.

Pay Disclosure:Salary Range Palo Alto, California-Based Applicants: $186,000 — $232,500 (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 adequate on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums. Company Statements:Total Rewards Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our .External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site ( ). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board ( ).Equal Opportunity 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.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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.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 this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

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