System Validation Engineer, Low Voltage Power Systems, Vehicle Software
teslaPalo Alto (CA)
$140,000 per year
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Posted 7 days ago
teslaPalo Alto (CA)
SENIORITY
Mid
SALARY
$140,000 per year
About the role
Software Test Engineer Tesla is building safe and efficient autonomy at scale, and low-voltage power distribution plays a critical role in that mission. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and automating test strategies to validate cutting-edge vehicle software systems. Your work will directly impact the performance, reliability, and safety of Tesla's vehicles by ensuring seamless integration of software across various subsystems. You'll develop innovative automated test methods to simulate real-world vehicle, environmental, and user behaviors, working in a cutting-edge automation lab, alongside a highly capable team, building software and hardware solutions to push the boundaries of system-level validation.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive, system-level validation strategies for vehicle software, ensuring compliance with functional and performance requirements
- Work closely with engineers across software, hardware and AI teams to design new vehicle architectures and resolve issues early in the development cycle for upcoming vehicle products
- Design and implement automated test cases, including the use of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies
- Develop test infrastructure and automation frameworks using Python, C++ and Rust to improve test efficiency and precision
- Develop prototype test setups to integrate new subsystems with simulated or actual vehicle components, utilizing software driven test automation
- Analyze test results, generate reports, and provide recommendations for product improvements
- Investigate real-world field issues, identify root causes, and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions
- Continuously look for ways to improve the safety, performance, and customer satisfaction with Tesla products
Requirements:
- Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical or Systems Engineering or equivalent experience
- Strong fundamentals in electrical, and systems engineering concepts
- Ability to analyze complex systems and develop robust, comprehensive test coverage
- Hands on experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical and electromechanical sensors and actuators
- Experience with test automation, object-oriented software design (Python, C++, Rust), and debugging toolsExperience with HIL/SIL environments, test benches, and simulation-based validation
- Experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostic toolsExperience analyzing and parsing data to develop technical insights
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams
Compensation & 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 HSAHealthcare 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&DShort-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
- Expected Compensation $140,000 - $396,000/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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