Sr. Software Engineer, Android Applications, Autonomy Careers at Rivian - Palo Alto, California

Role Overview

Rivian is revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry with its mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Android Applications, Autonomy to lead the development of mission-critical diagnostic and data collection apps for the Rivian Central Information Display (CID). This role bridges high-level Android app development with low-level vehicle systems, building tools that engineers use for data logging, note collection, vehicle health visualization, and real-time diagnostics directly from the driver's seat.

You'll create performant, stable Android applications interacting with Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and the autonomous driving compute platform. This is your chance to build intuitive interfaces that serve as a window into the vehicle's brain, streamlining workflows for autonomy engineers and test drivers at Rivian.

Key Responsibilities at Rivian

• Design and implement robust Android applications using Kotlin tailored for the Rivian CID environment.
• Build efficient pipelines to consume, parse, and visualize high-frequency vehicle data from Vehicle Network (CAN, Ethernet) via Android VHAL.
• Collaborate with Autonomy and Infotainment teams to define new communication pathways for deep vehicle data access.
• Optimize performance using Android Profiler, systrace, and perfetto to eliminate bottlenecks in rendering and data processing.
• Mentor team members and drive best practices for Android development, owning app functionality and quality.
• Develop diagnostic tools for managing data logging, note collection, and real-time diagnostic streams.
• Integrate with AAOS and autonomous driving platforms for seamless system interaction.
• Create easy-to-use interfaces facilitating data collection workflows and new autonomy use cases.
• Ensure applications are crash-proof, handling edge cases and long-running sessions reliably.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this Sr. Software Engineer, Android Applications, Autonomy role at Rivian, you need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years professional Android development experience.
• Expert-level Kotlin, Coroutines, Android SDK, and deep Android Internals knowledge (Services, Content Providers, IPC/Binder).
• Proficiency in modern reactive UI and high-performance interfaces.
• Experience with binary data (Protobuf, FlatBuffers) and protocols (TCP/UDP, MQTT).
• Proven reliability in building crash-proof apps for edge cases and long sessions.
• Familiarity with adb shell scripting and Python.

Bonus Qualifications: Automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), AAOS/Car Service/VHAL, Android NDK/C++, real-time graphics (Canvas, OpenGL ES, Vulkan).

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $162,800 - $203,500 USD yearly for California-based applicants (actual based on experience, location). Rivian offers competitive compensation in the automotive/tech sector.

• Comprehensive medical, Rx, dental, vision insurance starting day one.
• Coverage for employees, spouse/domestic partner, children up to 26.
• Equal opportunity employer with accessibility accommodations.
• Join a mission-driven company innovating in EV autonomy.

Why Join Rivian?

Rivian isn't just building electric vehicles; we're redefining adventure with emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. Our diverse team shares a passion for the outdoors and protecting it for future generations. At Rivian, you'll challenge what's possible, reframe problems, and operate in unknown territories. Work on cutting-edge autonomy tech in Palo Alto, California, alongside curious, courageous innovators. This Sr. Software Engineer role offers impact on real-world vehicle systems and the future of autonomous driving.

How to Apply

Ready to build the future of EV autonomy at Rivian? Apply now for the Sr. Software Engineer, Android Applications, Autonomy position in Palo Alto, CA. Submit your resume highlighting Android expertise, Kotlin mastery, and automotive experience. Rivian complies with all fair employment laws and welcomes diverse applicants. For accommodations, email candidateaccommodations@rivian.com. Don't miss this chance to join Rivian's mission—apply today!