Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. 

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. 

Join our team and develop cutting-edge charging products as a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer proficient in Modern C++. You'll work on cutting-edge systems, write efficient and high-quality code, develop robust unit tests, and contribute to impactful embedded software projects in a collaborative and supportive environment where you can learn and grow.

• Design, develop and maintain embedded Linux application software for residential and commercial charging products.
• Develop unit tests and systems level SIL tests to ensure the highest code quality.
• Develop and support software tools used for development and testing.
• Participate in code reviews providing technical feedback to drive quality design.
• Support CI/CD system software to facilitate building, testing and distribution of production-level software.

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of industry experience developing C/C++ based applications on embedded Linux.
• Experience with build tools such as Make and CMake.
• Experience with unit test frameworks e.g., Google Test.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using languages such as Bash or Python.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Agile development methodologies and using tracking tools like Jira.
• Experience with web-based communication protocols, especially gRPC and WebSockets.
• Experience working with CAN and Modbus communication interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with Yocto-based build systems for embedded devices.
• Experience with electric vehicle charging protocols such as SAE J1772, DIN SPEC 70121, and ISO 15118.
• Experience with Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP)

Where You'll Work: 

Department: Charging & Energy 

Location: Torrance, CA or Irvine, CA

Salary Range California-Based Applicants: $107,000-$133,700 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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How We Use AI in Our Hiring Process: To ensure transparency, we want candidates to know that Rivian uses iCIMS Talent Cloud Artificial Intelligence (TCAI) and AI-enabled tools to assist with screening, reviewing, organizing and highlighting profiles and applications that match the key requirements for each role.

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Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of industry experience developing C/C++ based applications on embedded Linux.
• Experience with build tools such as Make and CMake.
• Experience with unit test frameworks e.g., Google Test.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using languages such as Bash or Python.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Agile development methodologies and using tracking tools like Jira.
• Experience with web-based communication protocols, especially gRPC and WebSockets.
• Experience working with CAN and Modbus communication interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with Yocto-based build systems for embedded devices.
• Experience with electric vehicle charging protocols such as SAE J1772, DIN SPEC 70121, and ISO 15118.
• Experience with Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP)

Where You'll Work: 

Department: Charging & Energy 

Location: Torrance, CA or Irvine, CA