Rivian

Staff Software Applications Engineer

Rivian$186K — $232K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in Python, Go, or TypeScript.
  • Experience with frameworks like React, Angular, or Next.js.
  • Familiarity with relational databases (Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL systems.
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, plus Docker and Kubernetes expertise.
  • Strong understanding of distributed architecture and data pipelines.,

Responsibilities

  • Design and build cloud-native enterprise applications.
  • Lead technical initiatives from concept to production.
  • Build and release mission-critical applications for users.
  • Design AI-first workflows and decision-support systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define features.
  • Ensure high standards for architecture, security, and performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program eligibility.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Immediate benefits for full-time employees.
Full Job Description
Role Summary

Our Enterprise Software team powers the digital backbone behind Rivian's supply chain, manufacturing, and operations. We build the systems that keep our factories running, parts flowing, and vehicles delivered on time from planning and production to logistics and supplier ecosystems. We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer who is excited to build at the intersection of enterprise systems and AI.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications for supply chain and manufacturing operations.
  • Lead complex technical initiatives from initial concept through to production.
  • Build, test, and release mission-critical applications for both internal and external users.
  • Design workflows, automation, and decision-support systems with an "AI-first" mindset.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Operations, UX/UI design, and QA, to define features and roadmaps.
  • Maintain high standards for architecture, testing, security, and performance through code and architecture reviews.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in modern languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript.
  • Experience with modern web frameworks like React, Angular, or Next.js.
  • Experience working with relational databases like Postgres, MYSQL and NoSQL solutions for managing complex data at scale.
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP alongside Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Strong understanding of distributed architecture, event-driven systems, streaming platforms, and data pipelines.
  • Skilled in using AI-powered coding tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code).
  • Experience with observability stacks like Grafana (LGTM), DataDog, Splunk.
  • Proven ability to build mission-critical enterprise systems and communicate complex technical documentation across teams.


Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $156,200 - $195,300 for Georgia based applicants and $186,000 - $232,500 for Palo Alto based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

About Rivian

Rivian is an American automaker and automotive technology company. Founded in 2009, the company develops vehicles, products and services related to sustainable transportation. Rivian has raised over $10.5 billion since 2019, with investments from Amazon, Ford, and Cox Automotive. The company's first two vehicles, the R1T and R1S, are electric vehicles that are expected to be released in 2021. Rivian has also announced plans to produce electric delivery vans for Amazon. The company has received praise for its focus on sustainability and its commitment to using recycled materials in its vehicles.
Learn more about Rivian
Size
10,000 employees
Market Cap
$16.8 billion
Industry
Founded
2009
NASDAQ

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