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Systems Engineer

Rivian & Volkswagen Group TechnologiesMelbourne, VictoriaTechnology and Innovation
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
28 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Systems Engineer position at Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies in Victoria, Australia, offers a remote-friendly opportunity to design next-generation driver-assistance platforms. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a background in automotive controls, robotics, or ADAS development.

Role Overview

As an ADAS Systems Engineer, the candidate joins a cross-functional team focused on designing, developing, and validating core system architectures for cutting-edge driver-assistance and autonomy systems. The position requires a forward-thinking professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses deep expertise in ADAS sensors, actuators, hardware-software architectures, vehicle motion controls, and simulation platforms. Please note that this role will be employed through a third party.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the lifecycle of comprehensive system and software requirements for Level 2 through Level 5 ADAS and autonomous driving platforms.
Translate high-level functional goals into granular, testable engineering specifications for control algorithms, state machines, and system dynamics.
Collaborate across disciplines with product management, functional safety, cybersecurity, and HMI/UX teams to integrate multi-disciplinary requirements.
Use MATLAB, Simulink, and simulation environments like SIL and HIL to tune, iterate, and validate algorithm performance.
Drive the creation of Functional Safety work products that align with ISO 26262 industry standards.
Partner with validation teams to debug system issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and refine design iterations using empirical data.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field.
Five to seven or more years of experience in automotive controls development, robotics, or ADAS.
Strong grounding in classical and modern control theory, including state-space methods, stability analysis, and MPC.
Proficiency in modeling and simulation via MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
Solid understanding of both lateral and longitudinal vehicle dynamics.
Programming experience in Python, C, C++, or Rust.
Familiarity with systems engineering tools and principles such as DOORS, JAMA, and SysML or UML.
Experience with test level validations including MIL, SIL, HIL, component, and vehicle testing.
Experience performing STPA and/or DFMEA alongside strong cause-and-effect analysis skills.

Nice to Have

Demonstrated experience or strong interest in applying AI and machine learning techniques to engineering workflows, specifically including generative AI, NLP, or LLMs.
Proven background in taking an ADAS feature all the way from concept to production.
Experience utilizing ADAS simulators like CARLA or proprietary tools while integrating motion controls.

Skills and Tools

Python
Rust
C++
MATLAB
Simulink
Stateflow
JAMA
DOORS
SysML/UML
SIL/HIL Simulation Environments

Salary and Benefits

Employees in this full-time position receive a competitive base salary and are eligible to participate in an annual company performance bonus program, which is discretionary and tied to company results. Additional rewards include equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units subject to board approval and vesting schedules. A comprehensive benefits package covers health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs.

About the Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies operates as a joint venture combining industry leaders to address electric vehicle challenges. By focusing on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud connectivity, and advanced software-defined vehicle solutions, the organization aims to shape a more connected, intelligent, and sustainable automotive future.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly through the official Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site.

Skills and tech stack

PythonRustC++NLP

Questions candidates ask

Is this job remote?

Yes, the position offers remote work flexibility while being based out of Victoria, Australia.

What qualifications are required for the Systems Engineer role?

Applicants need a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or science field, 5-7+ years of experience in ADAS, robotics, or automotive controls, proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, and experience with control theory and programming languages like Python, C, C++, or Rust.

What employment type is this position?

This is a full-time position, though please note that the role will be employed through a third party.

What benefits and compensation are provided?

Full-time team members receive a competitive base salary, potential annual performance bonuses, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) subject to board approval, and a comprehensive benefits package covering health, retirement, time off, and family planning.

How do I apply for this position?

External candidates can apply for this role through the official Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies careers page.

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