Wireless and Connectivity Integration Engineer

at  Rivian and VW Group Technology

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 wireless and connectivity integration for the Connectivity Software team at Rivian, you will work alongside software developers, systems integrators, and system engineers to support features such as WiFi, Cellular, Ethernet and GPS domains along with telemetry, mobile app integration, and vehicle access.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside software developers, systems integrators, and system engineers to support features such as WiFi, Cellular, Ethernet and GPS domains along with telemetry, mobile app integration, and vehicle access
• Execute tests and integration of connectivity features and will also contribute to automation of these tests.
• 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.
• Support time-critical test events and may be asked to support special investigations and projects.

Qualifications:

• A degree in either Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Information Systems; preference is given to MS and PhD degrees
• A theoretical or working understanding of the OSI model and network protocols
• Proficient in Basic proficiency with scripting languages like including Python and/or Shell
• Basic proficiency with database manipulation and data presentation
• A mindset geared towards collaboration and forward progress
• An understanding of Generative AI fundamentals and edge processing concepts
• Ability to thrive under pressure and time constraints
• Availability to travel and support activities during off-peak hours as-needed

CORE CAPABILITIES AND BEHAVIORS:

• 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) behavior and performance
• 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
  Pay Disclosure:
  Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 116,000 - 145,000 USD (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.
  Company Statements:

• Work alongside software developers, systems integrators, and system engineers to support features such as WiFi, Cellular, Ethernet and GPS domains along with telemetry, mobile app integration, and vehicle access
• Execute tests and integration of connectivity features and will also contribute to automation of these tests.
• 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.
• Support time-critical test events and may be asked to support special investigations and projects