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Staff Software Engineer, HIL, Autonomy

Rivian

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$206,500 - $258,100 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%·Filings 685·New hires 98·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a Staff HIL Software Engineer at Rivian, you will lead the architectural design and ownership of verification strategies for automotive software solutions. Your role will focus on developing and managing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) platforms, ensuring high-quality testing and automation processes. You will collaborate with various engineering disciplines to implement next-generation QA processes and frameworks. This position is ideal for a technical leader passionate about automotive testing and quality assurance.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of Embedded/Platform Software testing experience.
  • Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python, Bash, C, and C++.
  • Proficiency in Linux or QNX environments.
  • Knowledge of Socket Programming, TCP/IP, and HTTP.
  • Experience in testing automotive ECUs and protocols like CAN and Ethernet.
  • Board-level testing proficiency.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab and Jenkins.
  • Excellent communication, testing, and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and own the verification strategy and infrastructure for automotive software solutions.
  • Lead the development lifecycle of advanced Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) platforms.
  • Develop high-impact test plans and scale automation processes globally.
  • Define and implement next-generation QA processes and test automation frameworks.
  • Oversee automated regression test execution to ensure full coverage and product quality.
  • Collaborate with software teams to validate new features through lab-based testing.
  • Track and verify defects, focusing on resolving critical support and field issues.
  • Create and enhance test automation scripts and tools to maximize efficiency.

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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