Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Manufacturing Systems)
$186K–$255K
Palo Alto, California · Hybrid · Staff · Full-time · Posted Sep 15, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on backend development.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
About the job
Architect and develop scalable backend manufacturing applications that connect shop-floor equipment with enterprise systems, enabling reliable data flow, real-time control, and production insights.
What you'll do
- Lead technical and architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and uphold code quality through reviews and best practices.
- Design and optimize secure, scalable backend systems for equipment integration and manufacturing processes.
- Own projects and collaborate with stakeholders to address technical challenges and deliver solutions.
What they ask for
- 10+ years of professional software development experience focused on backend development.
- Mastery of at least one backend language: Golang, Node.js, Python, C, or C++, plus experience building cloud applications.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols and factory equipment integration, embedded systems, API design, data processing, security, databases, CI/CD, and edge computing.
- Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Nice to have
- Golang is preferred.
Pay
$186K – $255K USD base salary
Tools
Golang, Node.js, Python, C, C++, CIP, Modbus, MQTT
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