senior software engineering Hardware Engineer ic 3+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Mar 2, 2026
$164,700 – $205,900
USD per year

About this role

Rivian is hiring a senior-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Irvine, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, AWS, Serverless, Data Structures and roughly 3+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $164,700–$205,900 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Location
Irvine, CA
Experience
3+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Department
Autonomous Driving
Posted
Mar 2, 2026
AI Summary
Design and validate active safety features like collision avoidance and emergency braking for autonomous vehicles. Integrate AI/ML algorithms into safety-critical systems, analyze sensor data, and optimize performance across diverse driving environments. Requires 3+ years in robotics or autonomous vehicles with strong C++, Python, and ML expertise.

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Job description

from Rivian careers

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer to join our team, specializing in active safety feature development for autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicles. This candidate will design, implement, and validate safety-critical systems, with a strong emphasis on integrating controls, machine learning, and AI-based algorithms to advance detection, prediction, and decision-making capabilities. Proficient in C++, Python, and related technologies, they bring hands-on experience in ML/AI model development, data analysis, and real-time system optimization. Their collaborative approach and familiarity with automotive safety standards make them well-equipped to drive innovation and reliability in advanced vehicle safety applications within the Controls team. Responsibilities Design, develop, and validate active safety features such as collision avoidance, lane keeping, and…

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