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Tesla

Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems

Tesla, Stanford, California, United States, 94305


As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Thermal Systems Software team, you will play a key role in accelerating the delivery and refinement of Tesla-designed thermal systems for all Tesla Vehicles. Your responsibilities will include architecting, designing, and implementing embedded firmware for various motors, actuators, and sensors in the thermal system. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of user-facing features to enhance the accuracy and intuitiveness of the vehicle cabin heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.Tesla Thermal Systems manage the temperature of critical powertrain systems like the battery, drive units and charger, as well as temperature control of the vehicle cabin interior. The thermal management system is one of the biggest consumers of energy in an electric vehicle, making your contributions crucial in improving the efficiency of our vehicles and changing the way the world perceives electric vehicles. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality embedded code that runs on Tesla controllers and production lines.

Responsibilities

Develop, enhance and debug new and existing behaviors for the coolant, refrigerant, and cabin HVAC systemsDrive firmware development in C in a real-time embedded environment for performance, scalability, robustness, and tight integration with the hardwareHands-on with hardware bring up, build and enforce component validation for delivering robust, functional codeCollaborate across disciplines with electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering teams to produce integrated software-hardware solutionsWork with various cross-functional teams to develop requirements for new thermal system features, diagnostics, algorithms, etcClearly communicate complex technical concepts to management, highlighting key issues and risksImplement continuous improvements and best practices within the team, and larger organizationRequirements

4+ years of relevant experience in real-time embedded software developmentDegree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent in experienceProficiency in C and real time embedded environmentsProficiency in PythonStrong software fundamentals including firmware architecture, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainabilityFluent in working with microcontroller peripherals such as timers, ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, UART, LIN, I2CHands on experience with various motor types (brushed, brushless, steppers) and sensor types (analog, digital encoders)Experience with reading electrical schematics and understanding circuit behaviorFamiliarity with control loops and PID controllersExperience with Rust is preferredCompensation 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.