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Sr. Staff Autonomy Embedded Software Engineer

Rivian

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$237,000 - $296,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202697.5% approval+60% YoY
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Job description

Rivian is seeking a highly skilled candidate to lead embedded software development for advanced sensor systems aimed at next-generation autonomy. The role involves contributing to the complete development cycle of embedded software for innovative Radar sensing products. Candidates will work closely with a diverse team passionate about the outdoors and committed to sustainability. This position requires strong technical leadership and collaboration across multiple disciplines to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Requirements

  • Master's or Doctorate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of professional experience developing embedded software on microcontrollers in safety-critical domains.
  • 1+ years of experience as a technical lead in software development.
  • Strong programming skills in C for embedded systems.
  • Working knowledge of Python for tooling, scripting, or test automation.
  • Solid understanding of RTOS fundamentals and experience with at least one RTOS-based platform.
  • Hands-on experience with board bring-up and low-level drivers for various peripherals.
  • Proficiency with embedded debugging tools and lab equipment.
  • Demonstrated ability to debug complex system issues spanning firmware and hardware.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, develop, and deploy embedded software components for automotive electronics.
  • Develop software stacks on bare-metal, RTOS, and Linux from the application layer to device drivers.
  • Mentor and guide a team of Software Engineers in software design and development.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software architects on next-gen platform architecture.
  • Communicate effectively with peers, stakeholders, and customers.
  • Oversee troubleshooting across software and hardware stacks to resolve issues.
  • Design drivers, middleware, applications, and components for electronic systems.
  • Debug in real-time across software and hardware to identify and solve issues.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Rivian Automotive Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

101

FY2026

Approval rate

97.5%

FY2026

LCA certified

258

FY2026

Entry-level share

3.9%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+60%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-42%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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