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We are on a mission to redefine how people interact with their vehicles, creating seamless digital experiences that connect, entertain, and inspire every journey. Our team brings together deep expertise in Android, connected systems, and automotive platforms, striving to push boundaries in software innovation and design. Innovation is our engine: whether integrating the latest IoT features, improving safety and reliability, or inventing intuitive interfaces, we thrive in solving complex engineering challenges that shape real-world mobility.As part of Rivian VW Group Technologies, we embrace an ethos of curiosity, integrity, and open-mindedness. Here, you’ll find a growth-oriented team dedicated to building world-class apps and platforms, with opportunities to lead, mentor, and shape products at the forefront of vehicle technology.If you share our passion for ambitious challenges and inventive thinking, and you’re eager to help transform the way people engage with their vehicles, come join us in driving the future of connected mobility.ResponsibilitiesBuild, test, and release complex mission‑critical backend services.Design and implement backend code using Go and deploy to AWS Kubernetes.Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including front‑end, QA, Product Management and UI/UX Design teams to define application features.Automate tests and integrate with CI build pipelines, to ensure high quality.Ensure good software architecture practices are followed across the team.Actively contribute to code and design reviews.Ensure the performance, quality,



and responsiveness of applications.Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers.Contribute to the evolution of the technology stack and engineering culture.Qualifications7+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a strong focus on cloud‑based systems at scale and event‑driven architectures.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.Strong proficiency in a statically typed language like C, C++, Rust, Java or Go (preferred) and Typescript, NodeJS.Proficiency in AWS, DynamoDB, GraphQL, gRPC, and Kafka.You are comfortable with leading technical projects, including design, development, deployment, coordination, and stakeholder communication.Deep understanding of authentication, authorization, caching, and privacy.Good understanding of software engineering best practices, including branching, code reviews, testing, and CI/CD.Experience leading troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis efforts in high‑pressure environments.Experience with Agile Development and Scrum practices.Excellent command of English, written and spoken.Nice to have: Experience with connected Software‑Defined Vehicles.Experience with mobile technologies, such as Swift and Kotlin.Experience with NATS messaging and Reactive Extensions.Experience with DataDog, DataBricks,



and monitoring tools.Pay Disclosure * Salary range for Vancouver applicants: $108,200 to $140,000 CAD.Total Rewards and Benefits Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.In addition, our perks package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage.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.Disability Accommodations 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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📌 Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Vancouver)
🏢 Rivian
📍 Vancouver