Embedded Software Engineer, Air Suspension & Adaptive Damping

As a member of the Chassis Systems Software team, you will be responsible for developing high-quality embedded software for the Tesla air suspension and adaptive damping system that enhances the vehicle ride comfort, handling, and off-roading capabilities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop reliable and maintainable code to ensure seamless integration with production and service. A passion for innovation, coupled with strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time development, and automotive control strategies, is essential for individuals aiming to excel within our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• 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 on hardware through integration and testing
• Work with Vehicle Dynamics Engineers to ensure sensing, actuation, and controls implementation can deliver the desired vehicle dynamics attributes
• Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization
• Develop unit and component level tests to ensure proper functionality
• Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or the equivalent in experience with evidence of exceptional ability
• Proficiency in C, comprehension of Python
• Fluent in software fundamentals, including software design and maintainability
• Experience with real-time operating system development
• Experience with embedded microprocessor tools
• Experience with testing, debugging, and working directly with hardware
• Experience with controls software and algorithm development
• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design
• Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

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.