Tesla

What to Expect

Tesla’s Crash Safety Firmware team is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop safety critical Crash Safety software. You will develop application-level logic and software, such as developing sensing and actuation algorithms, diagnostics software, and implementing interfaces and simulation capabilities. You will work closely with a cross-functional team to deliver high-impact software. 

This team develops and integrates airbag controller functionality that makes Tesla’s vehicles the safest on the road. Join the growing team to tackle our mission to improve real-world crash safety through smart engineering and ambitious innovation using insights gathered from our global connected vehicle fleet as well as our state-of-the-art crash lab. You will solve some of the most ambiguous and challenging problems in the industry while working alongside deeply knowledgeable engineers from different disciplines, in a fast-paced environment, using cutting-edge software development tools and practices. 

What You’ll Do

• Development of real-time embedded software that implements and controls safety critical software 
• Implement state machines, control logic, alerts, and diagnostics 
• Involved in the full life cycle of firmware development from concept through integration, test, and release to our growing fleet of vehicles 
• Virtual algorithm development and regression testing in simulation 
• Code review, establish best practices and mentor junior engineers and interns 

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent experience
• Relevant experience in real-time embedded software development 
• Experience in developing safety-critical or mission-critical firmware 
• Proficiency in C 
• Fluent in software fundamentals, including software design and maintainability 
• Experience with designing/developing/analyzing/maintaining state machines 
• Familiarity with MISRA C preferred 
• Experience with unit testing and static analysis tools preferred
• Knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integration (Jenkins) preferred
• Familiarity with Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) 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.

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