This role supports the Lateral/Longitudinal Controls team within Automated Drive Systems Integration at Rivian. The main focus is on test execution, branch management, and cross-team coordination for the lateral and longitudinal control stack. The team is dedicated to developing emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles while ensuring vehicle functionality and safety. Candidates will work closely with various teams to integrate automated driving system components and address integration challenges.

• Proficiency with Git and software repository management tools.
• Prior experience in chassis control or vehicle dynamics development is preferred.
• Prior experience with and passion for ADAS system control development.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of automotive hardware and software development concepts, including continuous integration and continuous deployment models.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Strong understanding of vehicle safety concepts and testing-related safety procedures.
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally to support vehicle-level integration and test activities.
• Clean driving record with professional experience driving prototype test vehicles on test tracks.

• Execute functional, regression, and isolated test runs supporting lateral and longitudinal control.
• Own and maintain the team's development branch, ensuring proper integration of incoming changes.
• Coordinate software changes across teams contributing to the lateral and longitudinal control stack.
• Support day-to-day lateral and longitudinal control topics, partnering with the team's technical lead.
• Work with Perception, Planning, and Systems teams to integrate automated driving system components.
• Maintain software branches supporting iteration across new model deployments and other downstream systems.
• Identify, document, and highlight cross-functional gaps and dependencies.
• Support preliminary functional verification of ADAS-related software releases on test vehicle platforms.
• Prototype tools and solutions to accelerate development and improve efficiency.

• 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.