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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.\nThe 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.\nRole Summary\nIn this role, you’ll build and manage a skilled team of Android and Embedded SW engineers who are on the mission to build world class Bluetooth and Connectivity Management applications.\nWe are looking for a technical leader who can help us build and deliver at scale, a next generation platform that powers both Rivian and Volkswagen vehicle platforms. You’ll also be responsible for pushing forward technical initiatives, working with product and program on quarterly planning activities, gaining alignment on priorities with cross functional partners and following through on delivery.\nResponsibilities\nBuild and manage a team of Android and Embedded SW engineers with focus on Bluetooth and connectivity management.\n\nOwn and drive software development strategy for Bluetooth features on Android-based infotainment platform.\n\nOversee integration of Bluetooth features within Android framework layers including device management, recovery, integration with audio and media subsystems.\n\nLead architectural decisions for connectivity management and their interaction with Android framework layers (Connectivity, HAL, Network Manager)\n\nOversee software development for building custom connectivity HAL layer to integrate with Android Connectivity framework for handling connectivity switching on distributed ECUs.\n\nEstablish standards for modular, scalable software design, promoting reusable design patterns and libraries across the team\n\nOwn the technical design process, guiding developers on architectural choices, design decisions, and resolution of complex technical challenges\n\nDrive cross-functional collaboration with product, UI/UX, and platform teams to shape feature definitions, resolve bottlenecks ensuring best-in-class Bluetooth and connectivity experience\n\nInstill a culture of engineering excellence, continuous learning, and accountability within and beyond the team\n\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications: \nB.S. / M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent\n\n8+ years of software engineering experience with at least 3+ years in an engineering management or technical lead role\n\nStrong background in Android platform development, including Android framework, HAL, and application layers\n\nSolid understanding of Bluetooth stack architecture (Bluedroid / BlueZ / Fluoride) and core profiles\n\nHands-on experience with Android ConnectivityManager, NetworkCallback, and related networking APIs\n\nWorking knowledge of TCP/IP networking - IP routing, DHCP, DNS, and network capability management within Android\n\nProficiency in Java/Kotlin, and C/C++\n\nLeadership & Influence\nStrong technical and strategic vision, with the ability to translate broad objectives into actionable engineering plans\n\nExcellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to collaboratively work with, mentor, and influence cross-functional, senior, and globally distributed teams.\n\nTop-notch teamwork and communication skills.\n\nTotal Rewards\nWe 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.\nPayments 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.\nIn 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 .\nExternal 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 .\nEqual Opportunity\nRivian 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.\nRivian 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 .\nCandidate Data Privacy\nRivian 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) record keeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.\nRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.\nRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.\nIf you provide a mobile telephone number as part of your application or during the recruitment process, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use that number to contact you via SMS text message for recruitment-related purposes, including scheduling, logistics, and status updates. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of applying for or being considered for employment.\nPlease see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.\n--\nPlease note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. 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