Davita Inc.
Software Engineer, Traction Control & Stability
Davita Inc., Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
What to Expect
The chassis controls software team is looking for brake, steering, stability, traction control engineers to develop and calibrate world class chassis controls software. We are looking for both experienced candidates as well as newcomers eager to learn, who are looking to join a small team with large responsibilities. As a chassis controls software engineer, you will take on the full software development life cycle of chassis control features like Tesla in-house traction control and vehicle stability control from
inception to development, calibration, testing, and release. Our team
determines
what problems to solve and works cross-functionally across hardware, software, vehicle dynamics, and controls to develop
functions and features
. We travel to proving grounds across the world to tune the calibration and perform extensive testing in-vehicle. We investigate service issues, address customer feedback, influence next generation hardware and
controls
architecture, and set the standard for our industry.
What You'll Do
Develop and calibrate
b
rake,
s
teering,
s
tability, and/or
t
raction
c
ontrol
software
Product and feature owner
-
own the full life cycle from idea to
shipping
Extensive travel to
p
roving
g
rounds
in the US and around the
world
Organize and lead test
trips
Develop
expertise
across many systems - torque path, brake controls,
chassis
systems
Work with cross functional stakeholders to
define and
develop internally and externally requested
features
Create and
own
the roadmap for milestones such as
development trips,
regulatory approval
, public road driving, and customer sign
offs
Develop test cases in-vehicle
as well as in
simulation
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in
Computer Science
,
Mechanical
Engineering
or the equivalent in experience with evidence of exceptional ability
Proficiency
in C
and Python
Vehicle Dynamics and automotive fundamentals
Interest in at
-
limit driving, ideally with experience
Experience calibrating
chassis controls systems
Proficiency
in controls
Familiarity with Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Experience with
testing and validating safety critical software
Experience with CAN and Vector CAN
tools
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $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 to include: 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
$111,200 - $292,800/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 these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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The chassis controls software team is looking for brake, steering, stability, traction control engineers to develop and calibrate world class chassis controls software. We are looking for both experienced candidates as well as newcomers eager to learn, who are looking to join a small team with large responsibilities. As a chassis controls software engineer, you will take on the full software development life cycle of chassis control features like Tesla in-house traction control and vehicle stability control from
inception to development, calibration, testing, and release. Our team
determines
what problems to solve and works cross-functionally across hardware, software, vehicle dynamics, and controls to develop
functions and features
. We travel to proving grounds across the world to tune the calibration and perform extensive testing in-vehicle. We investigate service issues, address customer feedback, influence next generation hardware and
controls
architecture, and set the standard for our industry.
What You'll Do
Develop and calibrate
b
rake,
s
teering,
s
tability, and/or
t
raction
c
ontrol
software
Product and feature owner
-
own the full life cycle from idea to
shipping
Extensive travel to
p
roving
g
rounds
in the US and around the
world
Organize and lead test
trips
Develop
expertise
across many systems - torque path, brake controls,
chassis
systems
Work with cross functional stakeholders to
define and
develop internally and externally requested
features
Create and
own
the roadmap for milestones such as
development trips,
regulatory approval
, public road driving, and customer sign
offs
Develop test cases in-vehicle
as well as in
simulation
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in
Computer Science
,
Mechanical
Engineering
or the equivalent in experience with evidence of exceptional ability
Proficiency
in C
and Python
Vehicle Dynamics and automotive fundamentals
Interest in at
-
limit driving, ideally with experience
Experience calibrating
chassis controls systems
Proficiency
in controls
Familiarity with Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Experience with
testing and validating safety critical software
Experience with CAN and Vector CAN
tools
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $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 to include: 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
$111,200 - $292,800/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 these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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