Lead HMI Architect @ Rivian

Lead HMI Architect

Posted on 2/24/2023

INACTIVE

Locations

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Requirements

At least 7+ years of experience defining in-vehicle features and user experiences
At least 3-5 years of usability testing experience
Extensive experience in researching and benchmarking competitive vehicles
Expert-level skills writing user stories, HMI requirements and standards, and architecting functional flows
Experience and a passion for championing the position of the end user to deliver best-in-class vehicle functions
Experience communicating objectives and desired outcomes with Hardware, Software, and Packaging Engineers, User Experience Designers, and Homologation, Brand, and Product teams
Firm understanding of in-vehicle driver distraction, engineering guidelines, and automotive laws and regulations for both domestic and international programs

Responsibilities

You will help the team define the overall Human Machine Interface and User Experience strategy for vehicle functionality across a variety of in-vehicle features
You will participate in user journey definition together with a cross functional team that includes designers, hardware and software engineers, vehicle and industrial designers
You will lead the cross-function user experience design and development process while working with Hardware, Software, and Packaging Engineers, User Experience Designers, and Homologation, Brand, and Product teams to achieve correct user functionality
You will be responsible for documenting user stories, requirements, and functional flows
You will help the team conduct research and benchmarking exercises for various market and concept vehicles
You will participate in usability studies on vehicle hardware and features, analyze findings, and document results along with recommendations
You will help build hardware/software standards and guidelines for future vehicle programs

Desired Qualifications

Some experience with rapid fabrication and prototyping methods is a plus

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary:

The Rivian Vehicle User Experience Group is looking for a Lead HMI Architect for Vehicle Systems, with expertise in defining end-user facing vehicle logic. As a lead architect, you will be responsible for designing holistic user experiences across multiple systems (such as vehicle access, lighting, HVAC, hard controls, safety systems) and other related touchpoints. You will be required to define and document the holistic user journey, distill discrete user stories and eventually write individual requirements. Additionally, this role will require consistent communication with cross-functional teams throughout the organization to create the correct user experience.

The Vehicle User Experience Group is a cross-functional department that is responsible for designing the end-user experience across both physical and software interactions with the vehicle and consists of experts in software User Experience design, Human Machine Interaction, User Interface design and animation, Content Design, and User Experience Research.

Responsibilities:

You will help the team define the overall Human Machine Interface and User Experience strategy for vehicle functionality across a variety of in-vehicle features.
You will participate in user journey definition together with a cross functional team that includes designers, hardware and software engineers, vehicle and industrial designers,
You will lead the cross-function user experience design and development process while working with Hardware, Software, and Packaging Engineers, User Experience Designers, and Homologation, Brand, and Product teams to achieve correct user functionality.
You will be responsible for documenting user stories, requirements, and functional flows.
You will help the team conduct research and benchmarking exercises for various market and concept vehicles.
You will participate in usability studies on vehicle hardware and features, analyze findings, and document results along with recommendations.
You will help build hardware/software standards and guidelines for future vehicle programs.

Qualifications:

At least 7+ years of experience defining in-vehicle features and user experiences.
At least 3-5 years of usability testing experience.
Extensive experience in researching and benchmarking competitive vehicles.
Expert-level skills writing user stories, HMI requirements and standards, and architecting functional flows.
Experience and a passion for championing the position of the end user to deliver best-in-class vehicle functions.
Experience communicating objectives and desired outcomes with Hardware, Software, and Packaging Engineers, User Experience Designers, and Homologation, Brand, and Product teams
Firm understanding of in-vehicle driver distraction, engineering guidelines, and automotive laws and regulations for both domestic and international programs.
Some experience with rapid fabrication and prototyping methods is a plus.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto-Based Applicants: $162,000 - $182,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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.

Rivian 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 [email protected].

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Company Overview

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. The company believes there is a more responsible way to explore the world and is determined to make the transition to sustainable transportation an exciting one. Rivian designed their emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles to challenge what's possible.

Benefits

Ownership for All: We offer every employee the opportunity to own Rivian stock through equity programs, supporting their financial wellness.
Mental and Emotional Wellness: We provide employees and their families access to mental wellness platforms and our Employees Assistance Program
Fertility and Family Planning: We support diverse family-building journeys, providing employees with benefits such as paid parental leave and financial support for adoption, fertility treatments or surrogacy.
Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages driven by mutual investment in our long-term growth and success.
Career Development: We enable all employees to own their development. Continuous learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement help drive performance, boost engagement and develop future leaders.
Transgender Benefits: In alignment with WPATH guidelines, our 2022 plans provide coverage toward medical, pharmacy and cosmetic needs.

Company Core Values

A diverse workforce
Embracing active allyship
Purpose-driven partnerships
Supporting our team