Palo Alto, California, USA
32 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer
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 At Rivian, our mission revolves around developing vehicles powered by software and data. As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer, you will be a crucial part of our team, working alongside engineers, data scientists, and domain experts to build models at scale, predict vehicle performance, and optimize SW parameters throughout the vehicle's lifetime. We leverage the power of big data collected from our extensive customer and commercial fleets to achieve this. Your responsibilities will include the development of sophisticated machine-learning models, strategically leveraging the data harvested from vehicle telemetry. As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer at Rivian, you will contribute significantly to our commitment to pushing the frontiers of technological innovation in the automotive sector. Responsibilities As a member of the Vehicle Controls team, you will design, implement, and optimize deep learning dataset generation, training, and evaluation tools and infrastructure to advance the state of the art in vehicle online optimizations. Develop domain-specific digital twins in collaboration with vehicle controls SW engineers to mimic and adapt electric vehicles' overall performance. Develop statistical and machine learning models for estimating trip energy consumption, charging behavior, battery aging, and remaining useful life. Ship and deploy ML models for various vehicle domains to enhance electric vehicles' efficiency across different operating conditions. Work cross-functionally with domain experts and other data stakeholders to specify, implement, and deliver meaningful insights for electric vehicle controls and propulsion. Foster collaboration among engineering peers by creating well-structured, adaptable designs and code that promote teamwork and practical solutions. Demonstrate your ability to facilitate consensus during complex technical discussions, ensuring that we maintain a productive and cooperative working environment. Build deep learning models to enhance vehicle calibrations throughout its lifetime. Qualifications M.S. or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM disciplines. 5+ years of industry experience in ML systems. Expert-level proficiency in Python and Apache Spark. In-depth understanding of statistical and machine learning concepts, including deep and reinforcement learning. Strong knowledge in mathematical modeling, RNNs, CNNs, Transformers, LSTMs, reinforcement learning, imitation learning, GANs, and time-series analysis and modeling of dynamic systems. Understanding electric vehicle controls and propulsion, encompassing high-voltage batteries, energy management, charging, or vehicle suspension. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Outstanding team player, capable of building consensus in a dynamic environment. Proven ability to provide direction, guidance, and hands-on support to drive results. Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $206,500.00 - $258,100.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. 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. Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian 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. 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