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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Infotainment Connectivity - **Company:** Rivian - **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $186,000.0 - $255,570.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Booting (BIOS), C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Memory Management, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Fraud Prevention and Detection, GNU Linker, Hypervisor, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Python (Programming Language), PCI Express, Cloud Services, Subsystems, Toolchain, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Serial Peripheral Interface, Concurrency, Software Troubleshooting, Lauterbach Debugger, Information Technology, Build Tools, U-Boot, Software Coding, GNSS - **Published:** October 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c9d15b5973fdcf98 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field. * 8+ years' experience in Embedded Software Development. * Platforms: Strong hands-on experience with high-performance SoCs such as Snapdragon, NVIDIA Orin, MediaTek, or similar platforms. Experience with automotive-grade SoCs is a significant plus. * Operating Systems & Virtualization: Proficient in Embedded Linux, QNX, DriveOS, and experience with hypervisor-based systems (e.g., Type-1 hypervisors, Gunyah, ACRN etc.) * Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Connectivity platforms preferably working with subsystems like Camera/Display, Memory/Storage Subsystem, GNSS, UWB, RF, A2B, BT Audio * Good coding skills on C/C++. * Good understanding of Linux/Android, kernel configuration, device driver interfaces, debugging tools, etc. * Strong BSP and kernel bring-up expertise (Linux, U-Boot or equivalent bootloader) * Excellent debugging skills with an ability to work across organizations/teams. * Experience using Lauterbach, Oscilloscope, JTAG, Flashing Tools, etc. * Good understanding of interface/communication protocol stacks (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe, CAN), and board bring-up. * Experience with scripting languages (Python, shell). Preferred Skills: * Knowledge of OS internals (process scheduler, memory management, concurrency, synchronization, storage). * Experience with ARM cores and architecture. * Experience with embedded toolchains (compilers, linkers, linker scripts). * Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet). * Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262). * Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for embedded systems. * ISO 26262 functional safety awareness ## Description * Instrumental with board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics. * Familiarity with Linux build systems, device trees, and kernel driver development is essential. * Ability to communicate crisply with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders, and OEMs/ODMs. * Validation & Testing: Develop and execute comprehensive validation strategies, Including: Stress Testing: Design and implement rigorous stress tests for critical ECU subsystems (CPU, GPU, NPU, Multimedia subsystems) to identify performance bottlenecks, thermal limitations, and ensure system stability under extreme loads. Performance Benchmarking: Analyze and optimize ECU system performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing efficient solutions. * Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, Validation & Test Automation teams, and other software architects/engineers to ensure seamless ECU integration and delivery of high-quality products. * Troubleshooting & Debugging: Identify and resolve complex software and hardware issues at the ECU level, utilizing various debugging tools and techniques, with an ability to work across organizations/teams. * Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, APIs, and test procedures., Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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