Staff Software Engineer, Mapping

<div class="content-intro"><p>Rivian&nbsp;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.&nbsp;</p> <p>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.&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong>Role Summary</strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">At Rivian, we’re reimagining what mobility can be. Beyond redesigning the automobile, we’re rethinking the entire ecosystem. From excitement to sustainability, utility to comfort, we’re working to deliver joyful mobility experiences without the pain points of today.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As we develop a fully integrated experience in our R1 and future vehicle lines, we need engineers to help redefine the next generation of features that build upon and integrate into our in-vehicle navigation and mapping systems. This role will be focused on building engines that help our customers plan adventures and explore the world, taking their vehicles to places beyond where they thought possible.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Our diverse team shares an innate curiosity for the world, a willingness to see things differently, and a passion for getting things done. We never stand still in our pursuit of progress, and we’re looking for the best and brightest talent to accelerate our vision toward future mobility.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Create services and middleware for Rivian’s in-vehicle maps system which links drivers and passengers to their vehicle and the outside world.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Collaborate with Application and Platform Software, HMI developers, System Design, and Test Engineers to realize a modern in-vehicle experience.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Test the in-vehicle experience in the lab and in Rivian prototype vehicles.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Triage, troubleshoot, and resolve issues found during testing.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Identify potential problems and resolve middleware and platform bottlenecks for performance optimization</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Help drive research into new technologies and interfaces.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none"> Collaborate with other divisions in understanding and sharing of technology roadmaps, portfolios and intellectual property.</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="none"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.</li> <li>6+ years' experience with modern object-oriented languages: Kotlin / Java / Go / C++. Proficiency with Python is a plus.</li> <li>Software Development life cycle experience, from requirements gathering through to implementation and maintenance.</li> <li>Deep understanding of user-friendly, immersive, reactive user interface development.</li> <li>Development experience with navigation, mapping, routing, and location-based features highly desired.</li> <li>Experience in automotive electronics and/or consumer electronics is strongly preferred.</li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h4>Equal Opportunity</h4> <p>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.</p> <p>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Application%20to%20Rivian%20-%20Assistance%20Request">[email protected]</a>.</p> <h4>Privacy</h4> <p>We take your privacy seriously. For details please see our&nbsp;<a class="c-link" href="https://rivian.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://rivian.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.</strong></p></div>