Sr. Product Manager, Computer Vision & AI Features

Rivian Automotive

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

The Infotainment Camera Imaging and AI/Computer Vision team delivers AI & Imaging technology and features underlying Rivian’s adventure user experiences and services. This multi-disciplinary team brings expertise in Image Processing, AI algorithms, and performance software on state-of-the art computer platforms, and validation to the actual product. We seek a skilled and passionate Senior Product Manager to own and deliver impactful computer vision and AI-driven features. Your responsibilities will include defining and managing the roadmap for specific features or product areas within our portfolio, conducting detailed data-driven analysis to inform product decisions, and collaborating closely with engineering, design, and research teams. To excel in this role, you must possess strong communication, listening, organizational, analytic, and problem-solving skills, together with technical acumen to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and execute on new initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Own the product roadmap for your Computer Vision & AI features and contribute to the definition of the overall computer vision product strategy
  • Develop data-driven justifications and requirements for features, incorporating insights from market and customer research, competitive intelligence, and analysis of technical feasibility and costs.
  • Identify opportunities for new features and enhancements within the driving experience, focusing on automotive vision and AI capabilities.
  • Manage the entire product lifecycle of your features from inception to launch and end of life.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, research, program management) to define and document detailed product requirements, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and user needs.
  • Conduct and/or leverage user research and usability testing to inform product decisions and validate product concepts.
  • Track and analyze key product metrics, user feedback, and performance data to measure the success of your features and identify areas for improvement.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on your Computer Vision & AI features and related technologies, providing guidance and support to internal teams.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of product management experience, preferably with software products incorporating AI/ML or Computer Vision features, ideally on edge devices.
  • Solid understanding of AI and machine learning concepts and technologies, and how they can apply to create compelling user experiences.
  • Familiarity with software development processes (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and edge computing systems/constraints.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable product requirements.
  • Experience developing data-driven product proposals and requirements.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse engineering, design, and other stakeholder teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MBA or postgraduate engineering or science degree.
  • Demonstrated passion for creating exceptional customer experiences and uncovering user pain points.
  • Passion for technology, electric vehicles, and the automotive industry.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong understanding of vehicle software systems, automotive technologies, and industry trends.
  • Experience analyzing visual and AI applications, and specifying HW, SW, and AI requirements.
  • Ability to engage in deep dives into technical topics with engineers across diverse disciplines.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 132,000 USD - 165,000 USD(actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Company Statements

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

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