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Senior Embedded Software Engineer, BMS Drivers


Company : Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies


Location : Vancouver, British Columbia


Created : 2026-04-30


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotives next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, were addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for softwaredefined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, well map a new way forward. Working together, well create a future thats more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary In this role, you will be a member of the Platform Software team, responsible for architecting, implementing, and integrating battery management platform software across Rivians control boards. The platform includes drivers, operating systems, middleware, and application frameworks necessary for all aspects of vehicle controls. Through close collaboration with Hardware and Application Software teams, you will build the foundation of Rivians vehicle software. Responsibilities Develop and integrate the platform software layer for Rivians battery management system, from initial bringup to shipping to customers, including drivers and middleware for several components, diagnostics and reactions. Design, develop and test safety critical diagnostics and reactions in close cooperation with the functional safety and system teams. Collaborate with the hardware team on overall design, schematics, and hardware validation. Work closely with other development and crossfunctional team members such as Battery applications and Controls, Test and Integration, and Battery systems teams to ensure the platform is meeting application requirements. Qualifications 4+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer products. B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Expert C programming skills. Embedded software development and optimization expertise. Experience with battery monitoring firmware and/or power electronics. Deep familiarity of Real Time Operating Systems (safeRTOS is a plus). Experience with development for function safety requirements (ISO-26262). Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and hardware bringup. Familiarity with multicore, automotive grade microcontrollers. Experience with software development for systems with live sensor inputs. Handson experience debugging in real world environments with embedded diagnostics tooling such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, etc. Team player with great communication skills. Ability to work in a fastpaced development environment. Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to production. Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DOIP is a plus. Familiarity with Battery Sensing / Monitoring ICs (adbms683x, TI-BQ, etc) is a plus. Pay Disclosure Salary Range for Vancouver Applicants: 108,200 CAD - 143,430 CAD. The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidates experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location. 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. 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. Disability Accommodations: 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 . #J-18808-Ljbffr