Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Sr. Software Engineer - Infotainment Software (Apple CarPlay)
$147K–$202K
Palo Alto, California · Hybrid · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 30, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of software development life cycle experience; 5+ years with Java/Kotlin; 3–5 years with C++.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.
About the job
Develop in-vehicle infotainment applications focused on Apple CarPlay integration, including reliable smartphone-integration infrastructure and user experience testing.
What you'll do
- Develop in-vehicle user-experience applications and smartphone integration infrastructure, with a focus on Apple CarPlay.
- Collaborate with UX/UI and Studio teams to build interfaces; test in labs and prototype vehicles and resolve issues.
- Research new technologies and interfaces, and coordinate technology roadmaps and intellectual property with other divisions.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of software development life cycle experience, from requirements gathering through implementation and maintenance.
- 5+ years of experience with Java/Kotlin and 3–5 years with C++.
- Proficiency with Android and Android Jetpack APIs, including Android NDK and JNI.
Nice to have
- Experience with Apple CarPlay Communication plugin, iAP2 interface, or EAP (external accessory protocol).
- Experience with Apple CarPlay spatial audio/APAC or Apple CarPlay certification.
Pay
$146,900 – $201,950 USD base salary
Tools
Apple CarPlay, Java/Kotlin, C++, Android, Android Jetpack APIs, Android NDK, JNI, Git
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