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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Engineer, Imaging Platform - **Company:** Rivian - **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States - **Salary:** $186,000.0 - $232,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Ethernet, Fraud Prevention and Detection, OpenGL, OpenCL, Real-Time Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Smart Devices, System Software, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Serial Peripheral Interface, Deep Learning, Information Technology - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1de6059efcbb1dca ## About the Role Do you have experience in UNIX?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Preferred Master's Degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Exceptional candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science will also be considered. * Experience with optimizing code across various compute engines and heterogeneous computing (CPU/GPU/DSP/NPU etc.). * Experience with AI SDKs and building systems on edge devices. * Hands-on experience with C++/C on *nix and/or RTOS-based systems. * Experience with best-in-class Engineering practices, technical documentation, design/architecting, and code reviews. * Experience with one or more HAL architectures (preferably Camera HAL). * Familiarity with HW bring up, MIPI / CSI drivers, V4L2 drivers, and SerDes drivers is a plus. * Good understanding and hands-on experience with interface protocol stacks (SPI, I2C, Ethernet). * Deep understanding of the camera processing pipeline from a systems level, including ISP, sensors, SerDes, power management, etc. * Familiar with RTOS kernel (ThreadX or QNX), IPC, and kernel/user space driver models. * Good team player with strong written communication and presentation skills., * PhD in EE/Computer Science with a relevant emphasis in image processing, graphics, and/or Artificial Intelligence. * Experience with automotive surround view systems/use cases along with their optimized implementation on GPUs using OpenGL/Vulkan/OpenCL APIs. * Track record of innovative thinking as evidenced by patents and peer-reviewed publications. ## Description * Develop optimized image processing and multi-camera algorithms on automotive platforms and GPUs using OpenCL/OpenGL APIs. * Identify, analyze, architect, develop and debug system software for Camera/Imaging, Computer Vision, and deep learning features on Linux, QNX, and Android systems. * Deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize, and get things done with a high level of efficiency and urgency. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple engineering and algorithms teams, making the architectural and design tradeoffs required to deliver a scalable end-to-end software stack across various compute engines., 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 Privacy 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. 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