Director, Software Controls

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Irvine, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Demographics, Distributed Computing, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Experiment Design, Git, GitHub, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Machine Tool, Mechanical Engineering, Operating Systems, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Propulsion, Pytest, Record Keeping, Reference Verification, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Social Media, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Telemetry, Test Automation, Vehicle Fleets

LOCATION

Irvine, CA

POSTED

2 days ago

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 moreconnected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Software Controls People Leader to join our software development team. This lead role is central to the development and integration of control systems for vehicle features, bringing together closely related functional areas with direct customer impact. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer, electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on automotive or aerospace control systems software development.

Responsibilities

Serve as the people lead and technical expert for domain software development teams relating to electric vehicle systems like propulsion, energy storage, body and thermal
Work with program management and dependent teams across Rivian and Volkswagen brands to make a plan to deliver functionality with quality and meet it
Facilitate development planning and post implementation retrospectives with subordinate software implementation and testing teams
Oversee full-scope software architecture development in C including build and quality insight tooling
Monitor fleet telemetry and use data analysis to close the loop on software quality and key product performance metrics
Partner with other engineering leaders cross-functionally to design novel approaches for new development and sustaining efforts for existing products

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering and a proven track record of 5+ years of experience leading large teams
Demonstrated ability lead software architecture and code reviews in C and C++ as well as assess effort for new features before implementation begins
Industry experience in software lifecycle management and fleet software deployment
Working knowledge of ISO 26262 and how to apply safety concepts to distributed embedded systems
Expert in software revision management control software like Git both locally and on cloud hosted systems like Gitlab or Github
Strong Working knowledge of software test automation using frameworks like Google test and Pytest
Working knowledge of digital communication bus standards
Familiarity with closed loop control algorithms
Ability to solve problems quickly from first principles leveraging design of experiment methodologies and evidence based decision making

Total Rewards

Full-time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.

In addition to base salary, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies offers benefits tailored to the local market. For more information on the benefits available for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 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. 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) record keeping; (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.

If you provide a mobile telephone number as part of your application or during the recruitment process, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use that number to contact you via SMS text message for recruitment-related purposes, including scheduling, logistics, and status updates. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of applying for or being considered for employment.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

Please note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are not currently accepting applications from third party application services.

Director, Software Controls

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Irvine, CA

About the Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

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