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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Test Specialist, Self-Driving

Tesla Motors, Inc., Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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What to Expect We are looking for a highly motivated individual to accelerate our vehicle-level testing for all current and future Autopilot features on the path to Full Self-Driving. The Test Specialist role is a hands-on position, working closely with Test Engineers and Technicians to use prototype vehicles and test equipment to evaluate the performance of our Autopilot system. A strong candidate will be experienced with limit handling maneuvers, objectively focused when making judgments, highly organized with great attention to detail, and an independent achiever. This role requires the flexibility of traveling to domestic and international destinations, to test vehicles on public roads and proving grounds.

What You’ll Do

Conduct vehicle-level testing and validation of the Autopilot system including features such as Full Self-Driving, Autosteer, Automatic Emergency Braking, etc.

Maintain Tesla’s confidentiality with respect to prototype hardware, software, and unreleased vehicle programs

Perform precision driving maneuvers to safely evaluate performance at or above the system limitations

Safely execute real-world testing

Analyze data to triage issues with vehicle behaviors using proprietary Tesla tools

Maintain and document test vehicle condition, coordinate repairs and retrofits with technicians as necessary

Support various ad‑hoc vehicle engineering testing requests as needed

What You’ll Bring

Experience with limit handling of vehicles on closed courses, a background in Motorsports is preferred

Excellent attention to detail and high situational awareness

Familiarity with hand tools and/or vehicle maintenance skills

Knowledge in the autonomous vehicle space, Autopilot systems and sensors

Excellent software skills. Familiarity with Excel and Python is a plus

Flexibility to travel, domestic or international up to 70%, with minimal lead time

Passion for vehicle testing and Tesla’s mission

This is a safety‑sensitive position, subject to drug testing in accordance with Tesla policy and applicable law

Compensation and Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High‑Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

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