Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Vehicle Core Software

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join the Vehicle Core Software (VCS) team in Vancouver. You will design, develop and integrate the foundational platform software that powers the controls boards of Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies vehicles.

Key responsibilities

• Architect, implement and integrate drivers, operating systems and middleware for vehicle control boards from bring‑up to production.
• Develop embedded applications such as power management, vehicle reset, occupancy detection, diagnostics and OTA update functionality.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers on schematics, validation and bring‑up of microcontroller platforms.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams (Charging, Body Controls, Infotainment, Vehicle Dynamics) to ensure platform meets application requirements.

Required profile

• 5+ years of embedded software/firmware development experience, preferably on vertically integrated consumer products.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced development environment.

Required skills

• Expert C programming.
• Deep knowledge of Real‑Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and multi‑threaded, multi‑core programming.
• Experience with microcontroller development and hardware bring‑up.
• Proficiency using debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and JTAG.
• Embedded software development for live sensor inputs and OTA update mechanisms.

What we offer

• Work at a Great Place To Work® certified joint‑venture shaping the future of electric vehicles.
• Opportunities to influence vehicle software architecture from R&D to production.