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Tesla

Embedded Software Engineer, Body Controls

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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What to Expect

The Body Controls Firmware team develops the firmware, sensing, and control systems for the mechatronics in Tesla vehicles. They design and implement the software that powers falcon wing doors, seats, liftgates, windows, latches, wipers, mirrors, interior and exterior lighting, and numerous other sensors and small motors throughout the vehicle. This small, passionate, and fast-moving team plays a critical role in delivering seamless functionality and an exceptional user experience.

Come join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable embedded systems using cutting edge software development tools and practices. What You'll Do

Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment

Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems

Design the software architecture and firmware implementation

Own firmware through life cycle from prototype to high-volume production

Develop software tests and collaborate with validation teams

Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization

Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or the equivalent in experience with evidence of exceptional ability

Proficiency in C

Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability

Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design

Experience with embedded microprocessor tools

Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

Familiarity with MISRA C, preferred

Controls software and algorithm development, preferred

RTOS or bare-metal embedded development, preferred

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 $133,440 - $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.