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The Role: Are you a creative and technical problem-solver with a passion for 3D graphics? Join our team of talented engineers and artists to build high-fidelity simulations that will be instrumental in developing safe and reliable self-driving cars. This role offers the rare opportunity to bridge the gap between artistic vision and engineering rigor. You'll work on complex, large-scale virtual environments, addressing critical fidelity and performance challenges that directly impact the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles. Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary team of world-class Artists, Engineers, and Research Scientists to redefine the boundaries of simulation technology, and create innovative tools, pipelines, and workflows for artists. What you'll do: 3D Asset Pipeline Development: Lead the development of a cutting-edge asset generation pipeline for our new real-time, GPU-based ray tracing engine, defining the foundational standards and conventions that will drive future advancements in photorealistic simulation. Content Authoring Tools: Integrate external Digital Content Creation tools such as Maya and Unreal Editor with our simulation and rendering stack. Build workflows to author assets for our USD based renderer. Rendering Optimization: Architect and implement advanced content authoring strategies to significantly reduce cloud compute costs, leveraging state-of-the-art techniques in geometry, material, shader, and texture optimization to achieve optimal performance. Performance Monitoring: Develop systems to validate and monitor asset fidelity and performance, actively analyzing realism perceived by computer vision models. Scripting and Automation: Develop tools and scripting APIs to automate the creation and management of assets. Tool Development: Assist artists and engineers via tool development, concept testing of new ideas, and building rapid prototypes. Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, designers, and researchers to understand testing requirements and translate them into effective simulation environments. Work hand in hand with Cruise Machine Learning Engineers to develop simulations that best test and train our ML Models. Quality Assurance: Provide front-line production support across multiple disciplines, troubleshoot assets and scenarios, and help artists with problem-solving. Triage and redirect problems to appropriate engineering teams. Your Skills and Abilities: 5+ years experience as a technical artist (or equivalent capacity) in visual effects, animation, simulators, 3D games, or other high-performance systems. Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, specifically with a concentration or focus in Computer Graphics Proven experience creating Python scripts to streamline content creation Experience with C++ for performance critical engineering and software application development Strong 3D content pipeline knowledge with a deep understanding of modeling, texturing, animation, and lighting. Proficient with profiling tools to diagnose performance issues and identify how to optimize scenes. In-depth knowledge of real-time rendering including physically-based rendering (PBR) pipelines, shader authoring in MDL (or similar shader language) or shader graphs as well as shader performance profiling and optimization. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge: Demonstrated experience in generating high-quality synthetic data for machine learning model training and validation, with an understanding of its critical role in autonomous system development NVidia Optix, MDL, and USD experience is highly desirable Film or VFX Studio tools or Pipeline Engineer experience. Unreal Engine 4 experience with blueprints and material editor Maya experience A portfolio or reel, including a detailed breakdown of your work in each section. Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paidin accordance withapplicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positionslocatedoutside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington. The salary range for this role is ($160,200 and $246,300). The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuitionassistanceprograms, employeeassistanceprogram, GM vehicle discounts and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

An automotive giant is seeking a Staff ML Engineer for their ML Compute Platform to scale backend services and contribute to AI infrastructure. Responsibilities include designing software components, improving system efficiency, and leading initiatives. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience and expertise in languages like Go, C++, or Python, as well as a solid background in distributed systems. Join a team that's transforming mobility and tackling complex engineering challenges with AI applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading automotive company is seeking a Senior Drive Unit Design Engineer to spearhead the design and development of next generation EV drivetrains. This role involves working within a lubrication and cooling team, owning hardware projects from concept to production, and requires a strong background in engineering. Join a team dedicated to creating a fully electric transportation future, delivering exceptional customer experience and driving positive change in the automotive industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Ford's Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company's vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You'll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. In this position... As a Senior Drive Unit Design engineer, you will be responsible for design and development of Ford's next generation EV drivetrains. You will work within the lubrication and cooling team developing production hardware. You will own hardware from concept to production with exposure to sourcing, validation, and ramp. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A joint venture in the automotive industry is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of the Infotainment Platform for next-generation electric vehicles. The role focuses on safety-critical embedded software development utilizing RTOS platforms, and requires extensive experience in low-level software as well as strong proficiency in C/C++. The position offers competitive compensation in the range of $146,900 to $194,610 based on experience, with robust employee benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

An innovative automotive technology firm in California is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement embedded software for vehicle power management systems. The ideal candidate will have a B.S.+ in a related field, with at least 2 years of embedded software development experience. Competitive salary range is between $146,900 and $183,600 with robust benefits including health insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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 As a member of the product security team, focused on embedded systems and firmware, you will help design, implement, and maintain systems and software for on-vehicle security. This includes security functionality like secure boot, code verification, device identity, and access control. You will work closely with cross functional teams, to integrate security functionality into vehicle components. This role is located at our Palo Alto, California office and reports directly to the Manager, Security Firmware. Responsibilities Configure and manage chip level security features Design security systems and solutions for connected vehicles and related products Work with other teams and stakeholders to build security into features and products Develop product security requirements that meet program needs while reducing risk Work with development teams to ensure they meet requirements and validate them for each release Continuously improve and adapt the security implementations to adapt to customer needs, program goals, and evolving technologies Write and maintain complex technical documentation for both developers and non-technical people Drive complex multi-team, cross-functional projects across multiple programs Qualifications Education - Preferred to have a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar field preferred or equivalent applicable industry experience Technical Skills 7+ years of experience working on embedded platforms In-depth knowledge of embedded systems Experience with Linux, AOSP, and/or RTOS Significant experience with C/C++ development, Java (android) is a plus Strong understanding of SELinux, DM‑Verity, and other Linux hardening features Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and secure coding practices. Strong understanding of networking fundamentals such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wireless Technologies Understanding of automotive networking interfaces and protocols (CAN, UDS, etc.) Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California-based applicants: $162,500 - $203,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provide robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. 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 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 Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. 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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 We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Vehicle Power Moding team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy embedded software solutions to support vehicle power management systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of power modes, while maintaining robust hardware control and low- and high-voltage system stability. This position demands deep technical expertise in embedded systems, state machine design, and vehicle device control. Responsibilities Contribute to defining software requirements, designing state machines, and ensuring they align with vehicle power moding needs. Lead discussions regarding vehicle states (e.g., wake/sleep) and corresponding hardware control (e.g., high voltage activation/deactivation, low-voltage domain management). Participate in system-level design reviews, providing insights into power management and embedded software best practices. Ensure the seamless transition between power modes, coordinating high-voltage and low-voltage domain transitions for system efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with hardware and system teams to understand and influence vehicle device control, ensuring correct interactions between software and hardware components. Design, develop, and deploy embedded software for vehicle power management applications such as vehicle device power on/off behavior management, system energy draw optimizations, vehicle reset, occupancy detection, user interactions and much more. Write, perform, and review integration test cases to validate software functionality and reliability. Troubleshoot and debug software issues across embedded systems, identifying solutions to optimize vehicle power moding performance. Qualifications B.S.+ in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience. 2 or more years of experience in embedded software/firmware development in C, preferably with vertically integrated consumer products. Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and sensor I/Os. Strong understanding of dependencies between various electrical & mechanical systems. Experience with systems engineering / automotive network architecture / vehicle integration. Strong working knowledge of automotive electrical systems and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and relevant debug tools. Hands-on experience debugging complex systems that involve multiple ECUs with interfaces to various vehicle sub-systems. Good team player with great communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment. Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to a product. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $146,900 - $183,600 (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 and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. 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 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 Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. 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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 As an engineer focusing on cellular and wireless integration for the Connected Systems Integration Team at R|V Tech, you will work alongside software developers, systems integrators, and system engineers to support features such as cellular, WiFi, Ethernet and GPS domains along with telematics, mobile app integration, and other Internet-dependent vehicle features, with a primary focus on cellular systems integration and bring-up. The cellular and wireless integration engineer will execute tests and integration of connectivity features and will also contribute to automation of these tests (in Python). The cellular and wireless integration engineer may also support other vehicle development activities which require connectivity support. These development activities may include drives in pre-production vehicles and will provide exposure to vehicle networks, cloud connectivity, and fleet management. The connectivity integration engineer may support time-critical test events and may be asked to support special investigations and projects. Responsibilities Your typical day looks like this: Attend meetings with development teams to understand new system designs and to align on test plans and expectations. Create design documentation and test plans for a new cellular feature implementation. Perform cellular testing using a specialized test chamber and test equipment; work with test equipment vendors to ensure compatibility and system integrity for automation. Perform complementary cellular testing on-vehicle using a prototype or fleet vehicle. Analyze logs from internal and external bugs to assess root cause of failure and create new work scope for dev teams. Core capabilities and behaviors should include: Strong fundamentals for test execution and documentation. The ability to correlate meaningful feedback from disparate data sets. Keen observation skills of wireless (WiFi, 5G, LTE, GPS, Bluetooth) behavior and performance. Deep understanding of telematics, end-to-end data routing and validation of data fidelity and frequency over different data links. Understanding of middleware and layered/encapsulated network schemes. Native Linux proficiency (command-line, tools, bring-up); embedded Linux a plus. Ability to identify and distinguish issues in hardware and/or software. Engage in discussions to test, bug fix, and optimize feature development based on data. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in either Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Information Systems. Good understanding of 5GNR and LTE protocol stack. A working understanding of the OSI model and network protocols. Basic proficiency with scripting languages including Python and/or Shell. Basic proficiency with database manipulation and data presentation. Triage and diagnosis of complex connectivity issues to include root cause analysis, stability, and interoperability problems. A mindset geared towards collaboration and forward progress. Ability to thrive under pressure and time constraints. Availability to travel and/or support activities during off-peak hours as-needed. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $117,000 - $149,000 USD (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 and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. 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 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 VW 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 Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information. 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A leading automotive technology company in California is seeking a Cellular and Wireless Integration Engineer to work on connectivity features for vehicles. This role involves cellular testing, documentation, and collaboration with development teams. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess a solid understanding of 5G and LTE protocols. A keen interest in telematics and Linux proficiency are critical. Competitive salary and benefits package offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Offline Driving Intelligence team is responsible for developing Foundation Models for prediction and planning, applying them both off-vehicle to provide ML capabilities to simulation and validation and on-vehicle to influence driving models. Our team collaborates closely with the Planner team to advance overall vehicle behavior. We also work closely with our Perception, Simulation, and Systems Engineering teams to accelerate our ability to validate our driving performance. As a Prediction and Planning Machine Learning Engineer you will work on the bleeding edge of the industry, developing novel machine learning pipelines and models to predict the behavior of other agents in the world and planning the best course of action for the ego vehicle. In this role, you will: Develop new deep learning models that use imitation learning and reinforcement learning to generate driving plans for our autonomous vehicle. You will also work on novel techniques to estimate the quality of those driving plans along the dimensions of safety, progress, comfort, compliance. Contribute to our large-scale machine learning infrastructure to discover new solutions and push the boundaries of the field Develop metrics and tools to analyze errors and understand improvements of our systems Collaborate with engineers on Perception, Planning, and Simulation to solve the overall Autonomous Driving problem in complex urban environments Qualifications PhD degree in Computer Science or related field +1 year of professional experience (top tier publications can remove the need for the year of experience) OR MSc +5y of professional experience in a relevant field. Experience in Planning and / or Prediction using Reinforcement Learning techniques Experience with training and deploying transformer-based model architectures Experience with production Machine Learning pipelines: dataset creation, training frameworks, metrics pipelines Fluency in C++ or Fluency in Python with a basic understanding of C++ Bonus Qualifications Top tier publications (NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR) $214,000 - $257,000 a year Base Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign‑on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long‑term care insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance, and life insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading automotive technology company in California is seeking a Cellular and Wireless Integration Engineer to work on connectivity features for vehicles. This role involves cellular testing, documentation, and collaboration with development teams. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess a solid understanding of 5G and LTE protocols. A keen interest in telematics and Linux proficiency are critical. Competitive salary and benefits package offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Perception team at Zoox is fundamental to our autonomous vehicle technology, creating the understanding of the world for our self-driving robots. We enable safe and efficient navigation in complex environments through sophisticated detection, classification, and tracking systems. As a software engineer on the perception mapping team, you will be a key contributor to Zoox's online mapping initiative. You will design, train, validate, and integrate into the stack ML models that detect semantic map elements in the world. Your work will touch on all aspects of ML development, including data gathering, labeling, training, validation, and onboard integration. Your work will enable important milestones to scaling and autonomy capabilities and will be critical to the success of Zoox. In this role, you will: Curate, validate, and label datasets for model training and validation Research, implement, and train ML models to perform semantic map element detection Closely collaborate with validation teams to formulate and execute model validation pipelines Integrate models into the greater onboard autonomy system within compute budgets Be a technical leader on the team, maintaining coding and ML development best practices and contributing to architectural decisions Qualifications: MS or PhD or equivalent experience (5+ years) in Computer Science or related field Experience in computer vision or robotics Experience with training and deploying deep learning models Experience with Python libraries (pytorch, numpy) Bonus Qualifications: Experience with C++ Experience with CUDA and/or GPU programming Experience with mapping related ML techniques $189,000 - $227,000 a year There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week or any other frequency dictated by the business. About the Team: Our AI Research team, reporting directly to the Chief AI Officer, is pioneering how cutting-edge machine learning can transform the way vehicles are designed, manufactured, and experienced. We are building the next generation of intelligent systems-integrating multimodal foundation models, generative AI, robotics and predictive maintenance into real-world automotive innovation at global scale. The Role: As an Early Career Machine Learning Engineer, you will contribute to the development of end-to-end AI/ML systems that solve high-stakes problems in robotics and manufacturing at scale. You will work closely with senior engineers and researchers to design, prototype, and deploy state-of-the-art AI models with direct application to vehicle design, manufacturing operations, robotics, and simulation of physical systems. You will have the opportunity to translate cutting-edge research into production systems, collaborate with a world-class team of scientists and engineers, and grow your expertise while contributing to GM's AI research agenda and engaging with the broader AI community. What You'll Do: Adapt machine learning architectures for complex industrial applications, including computer vision, robotic manipulation, predictive maintenance, and process optimization Build end-to-end deep learning pipelines that handle multi-modal sensor data (vision, force/torque, proprioception, environmental sensors) Contribute to the development of foundation models and transfer learning frameworks that generalize across diverse industrial scenarios and equipment types Contribute to the development of data collection and annotation strategies to build high quality datasets for training and validating models in industrial settings Work with partner teams to translate technical requirements into ML solutions and support integration efforts Own the deployment and monitoring of ML models in production environments Publish research findings in top-tier venues (for example, NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR) and contribute to GM's presence in the research community Minimum Qualifications: Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in the field of Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field (STEM focused), or a Master's degree with significant ongoing AI/ ML contributions. PhD Degree must be completed prior to joining General Motors Able to work full time, 40 hours per week What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): In depth knowledge about modern deep learning architectures-Transformers, Diffusion Models, CNNs and model training techniques at scale Strong hands-on experience with at least one of the popular AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, Tensorflow, Keras or JAX) Experience with anomaly detection and predictive maintenance applications through course work, research or projects Experience with reinforcement learning for robotic control or process optimization through course work, research or projects Experience training multimodal deep learning models Demonstrated research contributions in AI/ML technologies through publication of PhD research in top‑tier conferences or journals Ability to formulate research questions from ambiguous problems and apply rigorous experimental methodology including hypothesis formation, evaluation, and statistical analysis Demonstrated track record of publications in top AI/ML conferences or patents demonstrating novel contributions to the field Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with one or more of systems languages (C++/Java) Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area. The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,,000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. What you'll get from us (Benefits): GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

**Job Description****Staff ML Engineer, ML Compute Platform****About the Team:**The ML Compute Platform is part of the AI Compute Platform organization within Infrastructure Platforms. Our team owns the cloud-agnostic, reliable, and cost-efficient compute backend that powers GM AI. We're proud to serve as the AI infrastructure platform for teams developing autonomous vehicles (L3/L4/L5), as well as other groups building AI-driven products for GM and its customers.We enable rapid innovation and feature development by optimizing for high-priority, ML-centric use cases. Our platform supports the training and deployment of state-of-the-art (SOTA) machine learning models with a focus on performance, availability, concurrency, and scalability. We're committed to maximizing GPU utilization across platforms while maintaining reliability and cost efficiency. **About the Role:**We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our team and help us scale our platform for performance, reliability, and usability. You'll be responsible for building critical backend services, integrating with GPU hardware and orchestration systems, and driving improvements to both system architecture and user experience.This is a hands-on engineering role that requires a strong background in distributed systems, infrastructure, and a product mindset with a keen eye for user experience.**What you'll be doing:*** Design core platform backend software components* Experience cloud platforms like GCP, Azure* Thrive in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment with ever-evolving priorities. Interface with other teams to incorporate their innovations and vice versa* Analyze and improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of various system resources* Proactively identify, drive and design large initiatives across GM ML ecosystem**At a Minimum We'd Like You To Have*** 7+ years of industry experience* Expertise in either Go, C++, Python or other relevant coding languages* Strong background with kubernetes at scale* Relevant experience building large-scale with distributed systems* Experience leading and driving large scale initiatives* Experience working with Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, or Amazon Web Services**It's Preferred If You Have*** Hands-on experience in ML platforms* Experience with GPU/TPU optimizations* Experience with training frameworks like PyTorch, TorchX* Experience with Ray framework* Leadership/active participation in the open source community* Experience infrastructure applications or similar experience If you're excited to tackle some of today's most complex engineering challenges, see the impact of your work in real-world AV applications, and help shape the future of AI infrastructure at GM-this is the team for you. **Compensation:*** The expected base CA compensation for this role is: $198,900 - $304,800. 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Remote: This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Mountain View, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum. The Role: We are seeking an experienced, technically oriented, impact-driven expert in ML Training Infrastructure with a strong ability to execute hands-on technical work. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building scalable, reliable, and high-performance AI/ML platform infrastructure to support advanced AI research and model development initiatives. As a Staff ML System Engineer, you will collaborate closely with machine learning engineers, research scientists, and other partners to develop state-of-the-art AI solutions that enable the future of intelligent driving technologies across General Motors vehicles. What You'll Do: Lead the design and development of scalable, reliable, high-performance ML frameworks to support model training at scale. Lead model training performance analysis and optimization solutions to scale distributed training workflows, maximize resource utilization across heterogeneous hardware environments, and reduce costs. Enhance system observability, debuggability, operational excellence, and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and technologies into the platform. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary Our team develops firmware and controls for a diverse array of power conversion systems, encompassing both vehicle and energy products, such as DC fast chargers, residential bidirectional chargers, and onboard power electronics systems. The ideal candidate will support the full software development lifecycle for power electronics and support ECUs, from specification and design to implementation and testing. This will require proficiency in a variety of embedded architectures, from bare metal to RTOS implementations, as well as a deep understanding of modern multi-core 32-bit embedded controller peripherals and architecture. Responsibilities Specification, design, implementation, and testing of both bare metal and RTOS low-level software for power electronics applications Work with/resolve ambiguity in requirements/specifications/designs Design and specify interfaces between application software and firmware Design, develop, implement, and test multicore interfaces and applications Develop multicore, timing critical software architectures Create elegant, efficient real time software components and interfaces Develop software component testing methodologies and implementations to ensure maturity/stability/release readiness Work with hardware and debuggers at a bench and HIL level to verify software operation Design ISO26262 compliant software Document requirements, software design and test procedures and results Qualifications At least a bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering or computer science. Master's degree preferred 3+ years of software development experience with real-time embedded C systems Fluency in state-of-the-art embedded software practices using the C programming language Proficiency in version control software processes and techniques (GitFlow, GitLab) Ability to write testing scripts for using scripting languages (Python) Knowledge of software build procedures and the ability to maintain build scripts (SCons preferred, CMake, Makefile) Strong background in real-time software component design and testing Pay Disclosure Salary Range for California Based Candidates: $135,100 - $168,900.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian 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 effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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. Rivian 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 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 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 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 affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, 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 note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. At least a bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering or computer science. Master's degree preferred 3+ years of software development experience with real-time embedded C systems Fluency in state-of-the-art embedded software practices using the C programming language Proficiency in version control software processes and techniques (GitFlow, GitLab) Ability to write testing scripts for using scripting languages (Python) Knowledge of software build procedures and the ability to maintain build scripts (SCons preferred, CMake, Makefile) Strong background in real-time software component design and testing Specification, design, implementation, and testing of both bare metal and RTOS low-level software for power electronics applications Work with/resolve ambiguity in requirements/specifications/designs Design and specify interfaces between application software and firmware Design, develop, implement, and test multicore interfaces and applications Develop multicore, timing critical software architectures Create elegant, efficient real time software components and interfaces Develop software component testing methodologies and implementations to ensure maturity/stability/release readiness Work with hardware and debuggers at a bench and HIL level to verify software operation Design ISO26262 compliant software Document requirements, software design and test procedures and results

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary Design and develop electrical circuits and converters for Rivian's off-board charging products. These include the Rivian Adventure Network DC fast charger, level 2 AC charger, and other state-of-the-art products. This position will sit out of our Torrance, CA, location and report to the Sr. Director, Electrical Design. Responsibilities The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the development of high-power electrical circuits, such as active rectifiers, inverters, and DCDC converters Circuit design, component selection, schematic creation, PCBA layout, and magnetic design Perform trade studies for key decisions Simulate circuits using Matlab, PLECS, and other tools Analyze structures and magnetic components such as bus bars and high-frequency transformers/inductors EMI/EMC filter design Interact with suppliers on critical components Test prototype power electronics circuits in lab Characterize power semiconductor devices, including Silicon, SiC, and GaN Engage with multiple cross-functional teams, including Mechanical, Software and Controls, Systems, Test, Quality, Reliability, and Manufacturing. Qualifications Minimum M.S. in Electrical Engineering plus 3+ years of relevant industry experience, specializing in power electronics Familiarity with common topologies such as multi-phase boost PFC, dual active bridge converter, LLC, etc Expertise in high-power EV charger or energy storage, stationary-related power converters preferred Solid understanding of power semiconductor switches and diodes, and their characteristics Strong experience designing and analyzing inverter and converter circuits, including gate drivers Familiarity with embedded control of power electronic circuits Power converters and grid tie control PWM methods Experience with bidirectional AC/DC or DC/DC power conversion Experience using software tools such as Spice, PLECS, Mathcad, Ansys, and Matlab Experience using FEA simulation tools such as Ansys Maxwell/Q3D or equivalent PCB layout using Altium Exposure to EMC requirements and safety certification Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment Pay Disclosure Salary Range California-Based Applicants: $121,500 - $151,900 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian 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. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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. Rivian 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 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 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 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 affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, 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 note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Minimum M.S. in Electrical Engineering plus 3+ years of relevant industry experience, specializing in power electronics Familiarity with common topologies such as multi-phase boost PFC, dual active bridge converter, LLC, etc Expertise in high-power EV charger or energy storage, stationary-related power converters preferred Solid understanding of power semiconductor switches and diodes, and their characteristics Strong experience designing and analyzing inverter and converter circuits, including gate drivers Familiarity with embedded control of power electronic circuits Power converters and grid tie control PWM methods Experience with bidirectional AC/DC or DC/DC power conversion Experience using software tools such as Spice, PLECS, Mathcad, Ansys, and Matlab Experience using FEA simulation tools such as Ansys Maxwell/Q3D or equivalent PCB layout using Altium Exposure to EMC requirements and safety certification Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the development of high-power electrical circuits, such as active rectifiers, inverters, and DCDC converters Circuit design, component selection, schematic creation, PCBA layout, and magnetic design Perform trade studies for key decisions Simulate circuits using Matlab, PLECS, and other tools Analyze structures and magnetic components such as bus bars and high-frequency transformers/inductors EMI/EMC filter design Interact with suppliers on critical components Test prototype power electronics circuits in lab Characterize power semiconductor devices, including Silicon, SiC, and GaN Engage with multiple cross-functional teams, including Mechanical, Software and Controls, Systems, Test, Quality, Reliability, and Manufacturing.

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary Join the product development team to drive the production launch of Rivian's future high-voltage power electronics (Propulsion Inverters, On-Board Chargers, DC-DC and DC-AC Converters). This role requires developing and directing comprehensive validation test plans to rigorously demonstrate component compliance across electrical, mechanical, environmental, and durability standards. Based in Torrance, CA, you will be a vital link reporting to the Department Director. Responsibilities 1. Planning & Development (Test Strategy): This involves the initial planning stages, ensuring the validation process aligns with the product's design and requirements. Requirements Interpretation: Working with software and hardware teams to comprehend product requirements and develop test cases. This requires a strong understanding of power electronics design and system-level performance. Test Equipment Definition: Collaborating with the Test Equipment design group to define the Special Test Equipment (STE) capabilities needed for validation. Procedure Creation: Developing detailed test procedures that define specific test setup requirements and instructions. 2. Test Execution & Setup: This covers the hands-on aspects of setting up, leading, and executing the physical testing. Fixture Design: Designing test fixtures specifically required for rigorous vibration and environmental testing. Lab Leadership: Providing direction to lab technicians (both in-house and at 3rd party labs) on setting up and executing validation tests. Specialized Surveys: Leading crucial validation efforts, such as hardware thermal and vibration surveys. 3. Reporting, Analysis, and Documentation: A significant portion of the role involves analyzing results, reporting status, and driving the resolution of problems found during testing. Data Analysis: Creating summary reports and providing data analytics on the data collected during testing. Issue Management: Documenting validation test failures in the problem resolution database and supporting technical root cause analysis and issue resolution Status Reporting: Regularly reporting out the Validation status to the product development and vehicle teams. 4. Cross-Functional and Supplier Management: The engineer acts as a critical link between design, quality, and external partners. Design Participation: Actively participating in design reviews, requirement reviews, and DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to influence design for reliability and testability. Supplier Oversight: Managing supplier-sourced sub-component validation efforts and ensuring all reported defects are addressed and closed. Qualifications Education: B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Validation & Test Engineering: Proficiency in setting up and executing standard validation tests, including thermal, mechanical (vibration/shock), and electrical testing. Data Acquisition & Analysis: Strong ability to use measurement equipment and analyze large datasets to draw conclusions and identify failure modes. Power Electronics Knowledge: Knowledge of the product being tested (power converters, inverters, on-board chargers, etc.). Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Excellent problem-solving skills to drive root cause analysis and issue resolution. Familiarity with automotive industry validation standards. Experience using instrumentation (thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, flow meters) Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) Experience with collaboration tools like JIRA, Confluence, & Requirements Management tools. Cross-Functional Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to diverse teams (hardware, software, manufacturing, and management). Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced development environment. Ability to travel as needed. Pay Disclosure Salary Range for California Based Candidates: $98,500 - $123,100.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian 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 effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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. Rivian 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 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 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 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 affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, 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 note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Education: B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Validation & Test Engineering: Proficiency in setting up and executing standard validation tests, including thermal, mechanical (vibration/shock), and electrical testing. Data Acquisition & Analysis: Strong ability to use measurement equipment and analyze large datasets to draw conclusions and identify failure modes. Power Electronics Knowledge: Knowledge of the product being tested (power converters, inverters, on-board chargers, etc.). Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Excellent problem-solving skills to drive root cause analysis and issue resolution. Familiarity with automotive industry validation standards. Experience using instrumentation (thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, flow meters) Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) Experience with collaboration tools like JIRA, Confluence, & Requirements Management tools. Cross-Functional Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to diverse teams (hardware, software, manufacturing, and management). Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced development environment. Ability to travel as needed. 1. Planning & Development (Test Strategy): This involves the initial planning stages, ensuring the validation process aligns with the product's design and requirements. Requirements Interpretation: Working with software and hardware teams to comprehend product requirements and develop test cases. This requires a strong understanding of power electronics design and system-level performance. Test Equipment Definition: Collaborating with the Test Equipment design group to define the Special Test Equipment (STE) capabilities needed for validation. Procedure Creation: Developing detailed test procedures that define specific test setup requirements and instructions. 2. Test Execution & Setup: This covers the hands-on aspects of setting up, leading, and executing the physical testing. Fixture Design: Designing test fixtures specifically required for rigorous vibration and environmental testing. Lab Leadership: Providing direction to lab technicians (both in-house and at 3rd party labs) on setting up and executing validation tests. Specialized Surveys: Leading crucial validation efforts, such as hardware thermal and vibration surveys. 3. Reporting, Analysis, and Documentation: A significant portion of the role involves analyzing results, reporting status, and driving the resolution of problems found during testing. Data Analysis: Creating summary reports and providing data analytics on the data collected during testing. Issue Management: Documenting validation test failures in the problem resolution database and supporting technical root cause analysis and issue resolution Status Reporting: Regularly reporting out the Validation status to the product development and vehicle teams. 4. Cross-Functional and Supplier Management: The engineer acts as a critical link between design, quality, and external partners. Design Participation: Actively participating in design reviews, requirement reviews, and DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to influence design for reliability and testability. Supplier Oversight: Managing supplier-sourced sub-component validation efforts and ensuring all reported defects are addressed and closed.