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

As a Senior State Estimation Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of engineers to develop, analyze, and test real-time state estimation algorithms for electric vehicles. You will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you adapt quickly and enjoy solving challenging engineering problems.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement real-time state estimation algorithms on target hardware.

Work with systems engineers to define feature requirements.

Collaborate with integration engineers to test, validate, and debug estimation algorithms before deployment.

Contribute to the automated testing framework for Unit, SIL, HIL, and cloud-based validation.

Develop and maintain simulation models to validate estimation solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

Understanding of state estimation techniques (e.g., Kalman filters, observers).

Experience with classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation.

Understanding of ground-vehicle dynamics concepts, tire dynamics, understeer/oversteer.

Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.

Preferred:

Hands-on engineering experience through internships, research, or personal projects.

Familiarity with software development processes and relevant tools.

Experience with real-time embedded systems, sensor fusion, or automotive applications.

Masters or PhD in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.

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.