Tesla
Software Validation Engineer, Hardware in the Loop, Crash Safety
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
The Crash Safety Firmware team is looking for an experienced Validation Engineer to design and maintain Hardware in the Loop (HIL) and Processor in the Loop (PIL) testers, and develop validation software, test cases, infrastructure, and tools to validate safety-critical embedded firmware and application software of the airbag controller.You will be responsible for designing scalable infrastructure to execute tests, support new feature releases, support software releases, sign off on regression tests, and work with a small world-class team to ship high-quality software. Additionally, you will develop infrastructure to allow for rapid algorithm iteration, including a pipeline to rapidly incorporate real-world data. This is a unique opportunity to build innovative infrastructure, tooling, automation, validation systems, and more while applying your creativity without constraints.The Crash Safety Firmware 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.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain Hardware in the Loop and Processor in the Loop testersCreate and develop automated validation infrastructure to enable reliable, efficient, thorough, accurate, and repeatable testsDevelop and execute automated regression test suites for safety critical crash safety firmwareContinuously analyze and improve regression test suite coverageOwn the validation release process for customer releases, including test strategy scoping, test execution, and sign offCreate and execute board level test plans to expose weaknesses or faultsRequirements
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience in embedded development or test automationExcellent proficiency in Python and CStrong understanding of analog & digital circuitsExperience with PCB component selectionKnowledge of circuit board designKnowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integrationExcellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with the teamExperience with FPGAs is a plusKnowledge and experience with automation and build tools is a plus (Jenkins, Docker, SCons)Compensation and BenefitsBenefits
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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$120,000 - $252,000/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.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain Hardware in the Loop and Processor in the Loop testersCreate and develop automated validation infrastructure to enable reliable, efficient, thorough, accurate, and repeatable testsDevelop and execute automated regression test suites for safety critical crash safety firmwareContinuously analyze and improve regression test suite coverageOwn the validation release process for customer releases, including test strategy scoping, test execution, and sign offCreate and execute board level test plans to expose weaknesses or faultsRequirements
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience in embedded development or test automationExcellent proficiency in Python and CStrong understanding of analog & digital circuitsExperience with PCB component selectionKnowledge of circuit board designKnowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integrationExcellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with the teamExperience with FPGAs is a plusKnowledge and experience with automation and build tools is a plus (Jenkins, Docker, SCons)Compensation and BenefitsBenefits
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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$120,000 - $252,000/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.