Sr. Staff Autonomy Sensor Engineer
Rivian Palo Alto, CA Full-time 3/31/2026
Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%•Total filings 685•New hires 98•
✓ Established Sponsor
•FY 2025Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled candidate to lead the development of advanced RADAR systems for next-generation autonomy. This role involves defining technology roadmaps, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring the integration of RADAR perception into autonomy stacks.
Requirements
- Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in RADAR system design, including hardware, firmware, and signal processing.
- Strong proficiency in RF and microwave engineering & digital signal processing (DSP).
- Experience with DSP simulation, modeling, and validation tools such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems and real-time RADAR data processing.
- Familiarity with sensor fusion techniques, integrating RADAR with LiDAR, cameras, and IMUs.
- Proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering high-impact projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-resolution RADAR systems for autonomous perception.
- Define and drive technical requirements, system architecture, and performance benchmarks.
- Define and drive performance characterization, including electrical, RF, mechanical and thermal.
- Drive productization cycle, including prototypes, design validation builds, module verification/validation, regulatory certifications for large volume production.
- Work closely with hardware, firmware, and signal processing teams to ensure optimal integration of RADAR sensors into the autonomy perception stack.
- Optimize real-time RADAR processing pipelines to achieve ultra-low latency and high accuracy in dynamic environments.
- Evaluate and implement state-of-the-art signal processing techniques, including MIMO, beamforming, and sensor fusion.
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to develop and deploy deep learning models for RADAR-based perception tasks.
- Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering innovation and technical excellence.
- Drive research and development efforts to stay ahead of industry trends and advancements in RADAR technology.
- Coordinate with external partners, suppliers, and research institutions to leverage cutting-edge technologies.
Benefits
- Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.
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