Sr. Audio Software Quality Assurance Engineer
RivianSr. Audio Software Quality Assurance Engineer
RivianLocation
Palo Alto, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/15/2026
Compensation
$117,000 - $146,000 per year
Job description
Rivian is seeking an Audio Software QA Engineer to join the Audio Group, which focuses on in-vehicle acoustics and audio software quality. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining automated software test frameworks to ensure flawless audio performance across various platforms. The engineer will bridge the gap between software development, DSP engineering, and vehicle release management, acting as the gatekeeper for audio software quality. A passion for sound quality and technical excellence is essential for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Audio Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of professional experience in software QA, audio test automation, or embedded software validation.
- High proficiency in Python and C/C++; familiarity with MATLAB or bash scripting.
- Demonstrated experience testing audio on Linux, Android, or QNX/RTOS platforms.
- Experience with Audio Weaver, Audio Precision, SoundCheck, or similar acoustic analysis software.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks for vehicle audio software regression testing.
- Integrate automated audio test scripts into CI/CD pipelines for automated build verification and regression testing.
- Validate end-to-end audio software stacks across Android Automotive, Linux, and RTOS environments.
- Analyze automated test execution reports, triage failures, and isolate root causes.
- Collaborate with the System Software team to debug audio driver and platform 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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