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David Careers

Internship, Embedded Systems Software Engineer, SI Platforms (Winter/Spring 2027)

Posted 7 days ago

teslaPalo Alto (CA)
Software DevelopersCustom Computer Programming Services

SENIORITY

Intern

SALARY

$20.00 - $60.00

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About the role

Internship Program at TeslaThe Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team's success.
Responsibilities:
  • Bring up RTOS (Real Time Operating Systems) on the next generation of embedded systems for Tesla autonomy
  • Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment
  • Develop and maintain Linux device drivers for AI interface hardware accelerators, camera capture, ISP (Image Signal Processors), GPU, Ethernet, UFS, and PCIE
  • Define the hardware, software interactions for our next generation fully autonomous car platform, Humanoid Robot, and the expanding AI inference use-cases
  • Develop and bring-up the system software stack that runs on the AI platform and interacts with various sensors in the car and robot
Requirements:
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2027 – December 2027
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills
  • Experience working with and writing software for embedded Linux systems; experience with software/kernel preferred
  • Experience in Python/Perl/Bash Scripting is a plus
  • Experience working and debugging complex, distributed software systems
  • Comfortable analyzing data to improve design and performance of a system
  • Understanding of hardware and software development processes
  • Experience with Ethernet or CAN communication protocols is preferred
Compensation & Benefits: As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • 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
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation $20.00 - $60.00 + 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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