Staff Software Engineer, ES&D Low Voltage

Vancouver, BC
$137,300-181,890 per year
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Job Description:About UsRivian 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 SummaryThe Staff Software Engineer, ES&D Low Voltage leads the design, implementation, and validation of embedded software for battery and energy management systems in next-generation electric vehicles, focusing on reliability, advanced feature development, and cross-functional collaboration. The role includes driving high-quality software architectures, technical reviews, and test-driven development for both low and high voltage systems, contributing to scalable, safety-critical solutions across hardware and software domains.
ResponsibilitiesImplement and validate embedded software for battery and energy management systems.Develop one or more of the following features for the low and high voltage systems: power and current distribution, DC/DC and operational state controls, fault detection and recovery, range estimation, battery thermal controls and management, and advanced battery state estimations (e.g. cell balancing, state-of-charge, state-of-health, state-of-power etc.)Lead technical meetings with peers and leadership to review feature design and performance.Lead code reviews and provide technical feedback to drive traceable and high-quality solutions.Guide teams with their test plans to achieve design & validation goals.Design scalable software architectures with a focus on the embedded system reliability and performance.Write automated tests for the software components, using unit, Software/Hardware-in-the-Loop (SIL/HIL).Collaborate with cross-functional teams (i.e. hardware, systems, functional safety, and vehicle integration) to ensure safety, reliability, and standards compliance across low voltage and high voltage systems.
Qualifications

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent engineering or sciences.
6+ years’ experience in embedded programming in C or C++
Proficient in test driven development with developer driven coverage from different test targets (HIL/SIL/Unit).
4+ years' experience developing code for low or high voltage components in an integrated system.
4+ years' experience designing or developing BMS algorithms or equivalent.
Experience troubleshooting complex field issues with developer driven field data analytics.
Experience working with advanced 32-bit multi-core microcontrollers.
Experience working with CAN, LIN, UDS, DoIP communication interfaces.
Experience working in a Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) environment.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Pay DisclosureSalary range for Vancouver applicants: $137,300 - $181,890 CAD.The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location.Total RewardsTotal 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 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 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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