Embedded Jobs in Irvine, CA
Embedded jobs in Irvine, California are concentrated across defense electronics, semiconductor design, and medical devices, with major hiring hubs in the Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Business Complex, and the Research Park near UC Irvine. Employers actively hiring include Panasonic, Motorola Solutions, and Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location
Irvine, California
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Technology and InnovationArchitecture, Systems, and Controls
Compensation
- $107K – $141.7K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus • This role has an annual bonus target of XX%
The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location.
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
In this role, you will be a member of the Platform Software team, responsible for architecting, implementing, and integrating platform software across Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies's controls boards. The platform includes drivers, operating systems, middleware, and application frameworks necessary for all aspects of vehicle controls. Through close collaboration with Hardware and Application Software teams, you will build the foundation of Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies's vehicle software.
Responsibilities
Develop and integrate the foundational platform software for Rivian and Volkswagen Group
Technologies controls boards, from initial bring-up to shipping to customers, including drivers, operating systems, and middleware
Design, develop and deploy embedded software for applications including power management, vehicle reset, occupancy detection, diagnostics and over-the-air update (OTA)
Collaborate with the hardware team on overall design, schematics, and hardware validation
Work closely with other development and cross-functional team members such as Charging,
Body Controls, Infotainment, and Vehicle Dynamics to ensure the platform is meeting application requirements
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with
vertically integrated consumer products
B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Expert C programming skills
Deep familiarity of Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Embedded software development and optimization expertise
Understanding of multi-threaded and multi-core programming
Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and hardware bring-up
Experience with software development for systems with live sensor inputs
Hands-on experience debugging in real world environments with embedded diagnostics tooling such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG etc
Good team player with great communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to production
Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DoIP is a plus
Experience with battery monitoring firmware and/or power electronics is a plus
Total Rewards
We 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.
Payments 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.
In 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.
External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers).
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 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.
Rivian 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.
Rivian 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.
If 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.
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Please note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are not currently accepting applications from third party application services.
Compensation Range: $107K - $141.7KLocation
Irvine, California
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Technology and InnovationArchitecture, Systems, and Controls
Compensation
- $107K – $141.7K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus • This role has an annual bonus target of XX%
The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location.
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
In this role, you will be a member of the Platform Software team, responsible for architecting, implementing, and integrating platform software across Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies's controls boards. The platform includes drivers, operating systems, middleware, and application frameworks necessary for all aspects of vehicle controls. Through close collaboration with Hardware and Application Software teams, you will build the foundation of Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies's vehicle software.
Responsibilities
Develop and integrate the foundational platform software for Rivian and Volkswagen Group
Technologies controls boards, from initial bring-up to shipping to customers, including drivers, operating systems, and middleware
Design, develop and deploy embedded software for applications including power management, vehicle reset, occupancy detection, diagnostics and over-the-air update (OTA)
Collaborate with the hardware team on overall design, schematics, and hardware validation
Work closely with other development and cross-functional team members such as Charging,
Body Controls, Infotainment, and Vehicle Dynamics to ensure the platform is meeting application requirements
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with
vertically integrated consumer products
B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Expert C programming skills
Deep familiarity of Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Embedded software development and optimization expertise
Understanding of multi-threaded and multi-core programming
Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and hardware bring-up
Experience with software development for systems with live sensor inputs
Hands-on experience debugging in real world environments with embedded diagnostics tooling such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG etc
Good team player with great communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to production
Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DoIP is a plus
Experience with battery monitoring firmware and/or power electronics is a plus
Total Rewards
We 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.
Payments 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.
In 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.
External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers).
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 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.
Rivian 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.
Rivian 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.
If 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.
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Please note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are not currently accepting applications from third party application services.
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Who's Hiring
- Panasonic62
- Motorola Solutions62
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies62
- Terran Orbital41
- Jobot21
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing41
- Technology & Software41
- Automotive21
- Staffing & Recruiting21
Embedded Jobs in Irvine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a embedded job in Irvine?
The strongest path into embedded work in Irvine runs through its defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and medical device companies, which dominate local hiring. Candidates with hands-on firmware or RTOS experience stand out, especially those familiar with the aerospace and IoT product cycles common in the Irvine Spectrum and Research Park corridors. Targeting mid-size companies in those districts and connecting directly through their engineering teams tends to move faster than broad applications.
Which companies hire embeddeds in Irvine?
Employers hiring embeddeds in Irvine right now include Panasonic, Motorola Solutions, and Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Irvine's employer mix skews toward established defense primes, fabless semiconductor companies, and FDA-regulated medical device makers, all of which maintain dedicated embedded engineering teams.
Are there remote embedded jobs in Irvine?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for embedded roles because most work requires direct access to hardware, lab equipment, or secure facilities. About 53% of embedded openings tied to Irvine are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, mostly in software-adjacent functions like firmware architecture review or driver development for teams with established lab setups. Fully remote roles appear most often at semiconductor IP companies in the Irvine Spectrum area.
How can I get a embedded job in Irvine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Irvine is through junior hardware or software engineer roles at the city's many mid-size medical device and IoT startups, which regularly hire engineers willing to learn embedded C and RTOS fundamentals on the job. UCI's engineering pipeline is well-known locally, so internships or capstone project experience with Irvine-area companies carries real weight. Contract-to-hire roles at defense subcontractors in the Irvine Business Complex are another common door in.
Which industries hire the most embeddeds in Irvine?
Most embedded openings in Irvine sit in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Automotive, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Irvine's concentration of aerospace and defense primes, FDA-cleared device makers, and fabless chip design firms creates unusually deep and consistent demand for embedded talent compared to most Southern California markets.
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