Rivian

The company’s mission, products, emphasis on culture, and sustaining that culture as we grow are some of the many great things at Rivian. The expectation to debate passionately in a respectful manner, regardless of an individual’s rank, is something unique here. And more importantly, committing to the outcome regardless of one’s position during the debate is one of the best reasons for Rivian’s growth and success so far.

As the company is growing, various organizations are being structured appropriately to bring work-life balance while maintaining the adventurous spirit of a startup. This could come across as losing the original spirit, but I am amazed to see how folks still try to accomplish things together and treat each other with respect after going through such rapid growth.

Most of us who joined the company at different stages know the intense nature of work at an upcoming company with ambitious goals in an established industry. Seeing that hard work in action, in vehicles, gives a great sense of fulfillment, which is what most of us sought when joining the company.

The usual small stuff, as with any other company.

Improve talent acquisition to match the company's ambitious goals and give equal hiring priorities across organizations.