Staff AI Systems Engineer, Imaging and Edge AI

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.

At Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, we’re re-imagining what mobility can be. The Intelligent Camera, Imaging and Vision team takes the capability of best-in class camera sensors and delivers rich features for great user experiences and services. In this role, you will be a part of software development and testing for cameras, vision algorithms, performance software on state-of-the art compute platforms, and validation to the actual product.

• Develop optimized image processing and multi-camera algorithms on automotive platforms and GPUs using OpenCL/OpenGL APIs.
• Identify, analyze, architect, develop and debug system software for Camera/Imaging and Computer Vision and deep learning features on Linux, QNX, Android systems.
• Deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize and get things done with a high level of efficiency and urgency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple engineering and algorithms teams, making the architectural, design tradeoffs required to deliver scalable end to end software stack across various compute engines.

• Preferred Master's Degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering or Computer Science. Exceptional candidates with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science will also be considered.
• Experience with optimizing code across various compute engines and heterogeneous computing ( CPU / GPU / DSP / NPU etc).
• Experience with AI SDKs and building systems on edge devices.
• Hands on experience with C /C on *nix and/or RTOS based systems.
• Experience with best in class Engineering practices, technical documentation, design/architecting, and code reviews.
• Experience with one or more HAL architectures (preferably Camera HAL).
• Familiarity with HW bring up, MIPI / CSI drivers, V4L2 drivers, SerDes drivers would be a positive.
• Good understanding and hands on experience with interface protocol stacks (SPI,I2C, Ethernet).
• Deep understanding of the camera processing pipeline from a systems level, including ISP, sensors, SerDes, power management, etc
• Familiar with RTOS kernel (Threadx or QNX), IPC, kernel and user space driver model.
• Good team player with good written communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in EE/Computer Science with relevant emphasis in image processing, graphics and/or Artificial Intelligence.

• Experience with automotive surround view systems/use cases along with their optimized implementation on GPUs using OpenGL/Vulkan/OpenCL APIs.

• Familiarity with HW bring up, MIPI / CSI drivers, V4L2 drivers, SerDes drivers would be a positive.

• Good understanding and hands on experience with interface protocol stacks (SPI,I2C, Ethernet).

• Deep understanding of the camera processing pipeline from a systems level, including ISP, sensors, SerDes, power management, etc.

• Track record of innovative thinking as evidenced by patents and peer-reviewed publications.
  

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 186,000 - 232,000 (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. 

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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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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. 

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

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