Field Application Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Perform hands-on diagnostics on prototype vehicles, capturing CAN, LIN, and Ethernet network traces and real-time data logs from ECUs and zonal controllers .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automotive network protocols, including CAN, LIN, and Ethernet, alongside hands-on experience with diagnostic tools and scripting in Python and C/C++. Proficient in documenting technical findings and managing technical tickets in Jira while providing on-site diagnostics and integration support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automotive Network ProtocolsDiagnostic Tools (Vector CANalyzer, PCAN)Scripting in Python and C/C++CI/CD Environment ExperienceTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Automotive Network ProtocolsScripting in PythonScripting in C/C++Embedded SystemsDiagnostic ToolsCI/CD EnvironmentGitData CaptureLog ProcessingMeasurement Equipment Operation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Vector CANalyzerPCANJiraMeasurement Equipment

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveEmbedded Operating SystemsField DiagnosticsTechnical ReportingOn-Site Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform hands-on diagnostics on prototype vehicles, capturing CAN, LIN, and Ethernet network traces and real-time data logs from ECUs and zonal controllers
Reproduce, characterize, and isolate reported issues across interacting vehicle subsystems
Set up and operate measurement and diagnostic equipment to gather ground-truth vehicle data
Conduct first-pass triage of field-reported symptoms to distinguish software defects from environmental or hardware issues
Reproduce and characterize issues on target vehicles and test benches
Document technical findings, logs, and reproduction steps in clear hand-off reports for development teams
Log and update technical tickets in Jira, keeping status and evidence current
Travel to customer and partner sites for on-site diagnostics and integration support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
Foundational understanding of automotive network protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and willingness to deepen it quickly
Hands-on experience with bus-monitoring / diagnostic tools such as Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, or equivalent — required
Basic understanding of embedded systems and embedded operating systems
Scripting/programming ability in Python and/or C/C++ for log processing and data capture
Experience working within a CI/CD environment
Experience working with and developing within git
Comfortable working hands-on with hardware in a lab or vehicle environment
Fluency in English required
Ability to travel to customer and partner sites domestically and internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program for eligible full-time positions; payments are discretionary and not guaranteed
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval, plan terms, and vesting requirements
Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs
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