Software Engineer II, Full-Stack - Irvine, CA

About Us · Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehi ...

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About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

• Design and develop cutting-edge APIs: Create the interfaces that take advantage of the full power of the software-defined vehicle.
• Build robust and scalable SDKs: Empower developers to create innovative applications that seamlessly integrate with our vehicle ecosystem.
• Craft engaging user experiences: Develop intuitive and user-friendly applications that redefine the automotive business world through our connected technology.
• Collaborate with a world-class team: Work alongside talented engineers, designers, and product managers in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Push the boundaries of technology: Explore and implement the latest technologies in mobile development, cloud computing, and AI to deliver truly innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Development: Contribute to the development of features and functionality for Rivian Volkswagen Technologies' connected services.
• Collaboration: Work effectively within a team, collaborating with other engineers and designers.
• Problem Solving: Apply problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues and debug code.
• Code Quality: Write clean, readable, and well-documented code. Adhere to coding standards and best practices.
• Learning: Continuously learn and expand knowledge of full-stack development technologies and best practices.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Agile: Understand and participate in Agile development processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1-3 years of professional software development experience, ideally with some exposure to full-stack development.

• Technical Skills:

• Frontend: Working knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Vue, Angular). Experience with responsive design and basic UI/UX principles.

• Backend: Experience with at least one backend language , Python, Java) and the ability to build simple RESTful APIs.
• Databases: Basic understanding of database concepts and experience working with at least one database technology (SQL or NoSQL).
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and understanding of branching strategies.
• Testing: Familiarity with basic testing concepts and experience writing unit tests.

Bonus Points

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Contributions to open-source projects
• Personal projects demonstrating full-stack development skills
• Understanding of security best practices for web applications

Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine, California-based applicants:
$107,000 - $141,710 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary:
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Total Rewards
Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.

In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech's comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site ). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board (https://internal-careers-).

Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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

Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies ("Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies") may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

Please note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.