Staff Software Engineer – AI Platform

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Staff Software Engineer specializing in agentic applications at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies. Architecting intelligent agents and driving the technical vision for integrating LLMs.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $206,500 - $258,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software engineering with a focus on scalable backend development, machine learning principles, and cloud technologies. Proven ability to lead technical vision and strategy while fostering an innovative engineering culture.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Golang ExpertisePython ProficiencyCloud Frameworks (AWS, Kubernetes)Machine Learning PrinciplesSoftware Development Lifecycle Ownership

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringMachine Learning AlgorithmsBackend Software DesignScalable Software DeploymentEvaluation Metrics

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationStrategic Direction

Tools & Technologies

AWSKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Machine LearningPh.D. in Related Field

Industry Keywords

Intelligent AgentsEngineering CultureEmerging Trends in Machine Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoKubernetesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and lead the development of highly scalable and sophisticated intelligent agents
Own and drive the technical vision and long-term strategy for integrating LLMs
Partner with product managers, engineering leaders, and senior leadership to set the strategic direction
Take ultimate ownership of the entire development lifecycle
Define the engineering culture and implement industry-leading standards
Continuously research and experiment with emerging trends in machine learning
Work closely with Machine Learning engineers, product teams, and senior leadership to gather requirements
Share expertise and provide guidance across engineering levels

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering
Advanced Degree: Bachelor's, Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
Expertise in Golang is strongly preferred
Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages
Deep expertise with cloud and container frameworks such as AWS and Kubernetes
Expert-level grasp of machine learning principles, algorithms, and evaluation metrics
Demonstrated success in owning the design, deployment, and operation of scalable backend software in high-stakes production environments at significant organizational scale

Benefits

Comp & perks

health coverage
retirement savings
time off
family planning programs