Tesla
C++ Software Engineer, Optimus Foundations
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
C++ Software Engineer, Optimus Foundations
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What To Expect As a Software Engineer within our robotics teams, you will contribute to one of the most advanced Robotics/AI Platforms in the world. In this role you will work across multiple functions to ensure seamless integration between various subsystems of the robots—including the main computer, sensors, motor controllers, telemetry systems, and more—to enable functionality on existing and new robotics platforms. Your work can cover everything from tuning the robot’s locomotion stack to building the infrastructure that will scale to the entire robot fleet. You will help implement innovative features that leverage the power of Tesla AI and define and maintain content and configurations that support smooth functionality across variations of the robot platform.
What You’ll Do
Write, debug, and maintain robust C/C++ software for the Humanoid robot software stack
Bring up software and hardware for new robotics platforms
Define requirements for specific functionality and coordinate with relevant subsystem owners, manufacturing, user interface and other teams
Develop and iterate on new functionality and test it through simulation and on‑hardware execution
Leverage functionality from Tesla’s vehicles and autonomy systems to the benefit of the robotics platform
What You’ll Bring
Practical experience programming in C/C++ software, including modern C++ (C++14/17/20), multithreading, and Python
Experience with low‑level systems software design concepts
Experience with communication standards such as CAN, EtherCAT and Ethernet
Proficiency developing software on a Linux host, for embedded Linux targets (cross‑compilation, etc.) a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience with proven software engineering skills
Benefits Compensation and Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with $0 paycheck contribution
Company‑paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company‑paid Basic Life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and vacation time (flex time for salary positions) and paid holidays
Back‑up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation $132,000 – $330,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in the benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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C++ Software Engineer, Optimus Foundations
role at
Tesla .
What To Expect As a Software Engineer within our robotics teams, you will contribute to one of the most advanced Robotics/AI Platforms in the world. In this role you will work across multiple functions to ensure seamless integration between various subsystems of the robots—including the main computer, sensors, motor controllers, telemetry systems, and more—to enable functionality on existing and new robotics platforms. Your work can cover everything from tuning the robot’s locomotion stack to building the infrastructure that will scale to the entire robot fleet. You will help implement innovative features that leverage the power of Tesla AI and define and maintain content and configurations that support smooth functionality across variations of the robot platform.
What You’ll Do
Write, debug, and maintain robust C/C++ software for the Humanoid robot software stack
Bring up software and hardware for new robotics platforms
Define requirements for specific functionality and coordinate with relevant subsystem owners, manufacturing, user interface and other teams
Develop and iterate on new functionality and test it through simulation and on‑hardware execution
Leverage functionality from Tesla’s vehicles and autonomy systems to the benefit of the robotics platform
What You’ll Bring
Practical experience programming in C/C++ software, including modern C++ (C++14/17/20), multithreading, and Python
Experience with low‑level systems software design concepts
Experience with communication standards such as CAN, EtherCAT and Ethernet
Proficiency developing software on a Linux host, for embedded Linux targets (cross‑compilation, etc.) a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience with proven software engineering skills
Benefits Compensation and Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with $0 paycheck contribution
Company‑paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company‑paid Basic Life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and vacation time (flex time for salary positions) and paid holidays
Back‑up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation $132,000 – $330,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in the benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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