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Tesla

Sr. Software Engineer, Linux Software Platforms, Graphics

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306


Tesla's Software Platforms team provides the foundation on which the in-vehicle user experience is built. We build the Software Platform (kernel, bootchain, drivers, and lower level userspace platform services) for our innovative Infotainment hardware. This includes high resolution touch displays, high-definition audio, Bluetooth/WIFI/cellular connectivity, USB, cameras, all connected to high performance multi-core processors and GPUs. Our software is based on Linux, GNU toolchain, buildroot, and other open-source projects, delivering the security, capability, and performance demanded by our user experience. As part of this team, you would be focused on the graphics stack for existing and next generation Infotainment products.

Responsibilities

Profile and optimize the graphics framework used by Application DevelopersIdentify and execute on opportunities to improve stability and performance within the graphic stackUse existing available hardware in innovative ways to solve problemsIntegrate software components into a fully functional software systemWrite well structured, testable, efficient, and maintainable codeBuild and deploy software tools, processes and metricsBoard bringup and hardware design validationRequirements

Significant software/firmware development experience in productionSignificant Embedded Linux experience in productionExcellent C/C++ coding skillsStrong Linux Kernel fundamentalsExperience with Linux graphics technologies (X, wayland, mesa3d, dri/drm drivers)Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experienceContributions to the Linux Kernel or other open source projects, preferredExperience with RTOS or bare-metal embedded development, preferredExperience with Graphics APIs (Vulkan, OpenGL, EGL), 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

$104,000 - $348,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.