Staff Data Analyst Careers at Rivian - Palo Alto, California | Apply Now!

Role Overview

Join Rivian's Data Science and Analytics team as a Staff Data Analyst focused on Vehicle Quality and Reliability. This senior technical leadership role positions you as the principal architect of Rivian's end-to-end data ecosystem, transforming raw vehicle and manufacturing data into actionable insights and predictive models. From assembly line to adventure trail, you'll drive data solutions that set new industry standards for EV quality.

Rivian is redefining electric adventure vehicles with a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. As a Staff Data Analyst, you'll lead the strategy for scalable, secure data pipelines handling high-volume telematics data. This is your chance to build the next generation of real-time reliability insights in Palo Alto, California.

Key Responsibilities at Rivian

As a Staff Data Analyst at Rivian, you'll own critical data initiatives:

• Define and champion long-term architectural strategy for reliability data pipelines and platforms ensuring scalability and governance.
• Lead design and implementation of complex ETL/ELT pipelines using Python, PySpark, and cloud services for streaming vehicle data.
• Serve as technical expert for advanced SQL modeling, data retrieval, and analysis.
• Develop and deploy mission-critical dashboards in Hex and Databricks AIBI.
• Drive cross-functional tooling including self-service analytical applications for Engineering teams.
• Autonomously scope and resolve ambiguous, high-impact vehicle performance data problems.
• Lead predictive modeling initiatives, defining features for Data Science collaboration.
• Mentor team members on code quality, CI/CD, and data standards.
• Ensure enterprise-level data integrity, security, and compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

Rivian seeks proven leaders for this Staff Data Analyst role:

• 6+ years experience in Data Engineering/Analysis with complex solution delivery.
• Expert SQL and Python proficiency, deep PySpark/Spark for large-scale processing.
• Cloud platform mastery: Databricks, AWS/GCP/Azure, Airflow/Prefect orchestration.
• Architectural thinking to build scalable data roadmaps from business challenges.
• Bachelor's/Master's in CS, Data Science, Engineering, Math, or Statistics.
• Git expertise and collaboration best practices.

Demonstrated ability handling unstructured telematics data and distributed computing is essential for success at Rivian.

Salary & Benefits

Staff Data Analyst salary at Rivian in Palo Alto ranges from $164,670 - $205,810 USD yearly (market estimate with 5-10% buffer for tech/automotive sector). Official range: $149,700-$187,100 based on experience.

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical/Rx, dental, vision) starts day one.
• Rivian pays most premiums for employee + family coverage up to age 26.
• Senior leadership perks including mentorship opportunities and technical governance.
• Cutting-edge tech stack: Databricks, Spark, cloud-native platforms.
• Mission-aligned culture protecting the outdoors through EV innovation.

Why Join Rivian?

Rivian isn't just building electric vehicles—we're accelerating the future of adventure. As a Staff Data Analyst, you'll work with diverse, courageous teams in Palo Alto tackling unknown challenges in vehicle reliability. Our data foundations power industry-leading quality, from R1T trucks to next-gen EVs. Enjoy Silicon Valley innovation, outdoor passion, and real impact on emissions-free mobility. Rivian is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair practices.

How to Apply

Ready to architect Rivian's data future? Apply now for the Staff Data Analyst position in Palo Alto, CA. Submit your resume highlighting PySpark, SQL, Databricks experience. Join us to redefine EV quality standards. Positions fill quickly—don't miss out on this senior data leadership opportunity at Rivian!