Embedded Software QA Manager

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

Help us keep the world adventurous forever by leading the Embedded Platform Software Test Team.

Managing the Embedded Platform Software Test Team, you will be responsible for setting the strategic direction and priorities for testing and validation of the core firmware platform used across Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ full portfolio of products. Using industry best practices, you will help define testing requirements and testing methods that will ensure we continue to raise the bar on the quality of the core firmware platform. Leveraging Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ field analytic pipelines, you will help to drive continuous monitoring and improvements to the core firmware platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing and verification strategy for Embedded Platform Software and Bootloader components on Hardware targets and virtualized targets
• Drive continuous improvement in requirements and test coverage through rigorous quality assurance processes
• Come together with your peers to share ideas, ask why with an open and curious mind, and learn from each other's diverse perspectives to deliver great work as a team
• Partner with product management and engineering peers to design end-to-end user requirements that are verifiable through automated testing
• Shape the future of our automated testing and release strategies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing and leading testing projects
• 10+ years of expertise in embedded software testing on target hardware, with automotive testing experience being a significant advantage
• Experience with Embedded C, Python, and Bazel or equivalent build systems
• Extensive experience with functional Testing, automation testing and API testing. Should have extensive hands-on experience in estimation, budgeting, program management, reporting, stakeholder management and escalation management
• Self-starter capable of managing diverse responsibilities in testing, automation, and requirements analysis
• Solid understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to summarize complex information to drive actions and continuous improvement
• Experience with gitlabci or equivalent Continuous Integration systems.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $171,000-$213,900 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, 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, and Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies covers most of the premiums.