Job description
The Staff Software Engineer role at Rivian focuses on building scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications that support supply chain and manufacturing operations. The Enterprise Software team is responsible for developing systems that ensure efficient factory operations and timely vehicle deliveries. This position emphasizes an 'AI-first' mindset in designing workflows and decision-support systems. The ideal candidate will lead complex technical initiatives and collaborate with various teams to define features and roadmaps.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript.
- Experience with modern web frameworks like React, Angular, or Next.js.
- Experience working with relational databases like Postgres, MySQL, and NoSQL solutions.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP alongside Docker and Kubernetes.
- Strong understanding of distributed architecture, event-driven systems, and data pipelines.
- Skilled in using AI-powered coding tools like Copilot, Cursor, or Claude Code.
- Experience with observability stacks like Grafana, DataDog, or Splunk.
Responsibilities
- Design and build scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications for supply chain and manufacturing operations.
- Lead complex technical initiatives from initial concept through to production.
- Build, test, and release mission-critical applications for both internal and external users.
- Design workflows, automation, and decision-support systems with an 'AI-first' mindset.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Operations, UX/UI design, and QA, to define features and roadmaps.
- Maintain high standards for architecture, testing, security, and performance through code and architecture reviews.
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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