About the job
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies have partnered to advance operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity for electric vehicles. Their joint effort aims to set new benchmarks for software-defined vehicles by combining strengths in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security. The focus is on building smarter, more sustainable vehicles for the future.
Role overview
The Systems Architecture Engineer will define the technical structure for upcoming vehicle models across both Rivian and Volkswagen brands. This position shapes how vehicle systems are organized, interconnected, and allocated, supporting consistency as models and configurations evolve.
This engineer works at the boundary of hardware and software, designing vehicle systems and building analytical tools to monitor their performance. The role involves solving complex, cross-functional problems, pinpointing issues, and working closely with engineering teams to address them. Success in this position calls for strong technical skills, initiative when facing ambiguity, and the ability to weigh trade-offs across different engineering domains.
Location
Irvine, California
