Tesla
Software Engineer, Camera, AI Platforms
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
As an Autonomy Camera Software Engineer, your technical skills will be applied to a variety of components within the imaging pipeline and software stack to optimize system performance and fundamentally improve image quality for computer vision. By partnering closely with hardware, computer vision, UI/UX, and system software engineers, you will be part of a cross functional, ongoing initiative of delivering the best possible view of the world for consumption by neural networks and human-facing displays. Your code will connect with cameras, image signal processors, neural networks, codecs, telemetry, and other components executing on the Tesla AI computer. Additionally, the camera software team builds tools for benchmarking, characterizing, and optimizing camera 3A and ISP configurations, and is responsible for testing and evaluation of software frameworks to ensure the system and functional stability of our stack.
Responsibilities
Write, debug and maintain robust C/C++ software for the Autopilot and our Humanoid robot software stack; you will work on code related to our high-framerate Camera & Vision stack, write GPU kernels, implement and profile system frameworks, or improve/extend codecs for video collectionArchitect, tune, and evaluate camera control and image processing algorithmsImplement algorithms that track camera and optical performance over time, connecting with service and user interfacesIterate on new features through simulation, testing, and targeted fleet data analysisDefine requirements and coordinate with relevant vehicle subsystems, manufacturing, service, and other teams to optimize optical performance and reliabilityRequirements
Practical experience programming in C/C++ software, including modern C/C++ (C++14/17/20), multithreading, and Python. Cuda/OpenCL experience a plusKnowledge of digital camera systems and related concepts, including color filters, exposure control, timing, drivers, and in-sensor HDR techniques. Experience with imager bring-upExperience or familiarity with ISP pipelines, drivers, and associated tuningsExperience or familiarity with Computer Vision, Machine Learning & related software conceptsExperience with performant embedded software design, object-oriented C++Proficient developing software on a Linux host, for embedded Linux targets a plusCompensation 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 - $360,000/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.
Responsibilities
Write, debug and maintain robust C/C++ software for the Autopilot and our Humanoid robot software stack; you will work on code related to our high-framerate Camera & Vision stack, write GPU kernels, implement and profile system frameworks, or improve/extend codecs for video collectionArchitect, tune, and evaluate camera control and image processing algorithmsImplement algorithms that track camera and optical performance over time, connecting with service and user interfacesIterate on new features through simulation, testing, and targeted fleet data analysisDefine requirements and coordinate with relevant vehicle subsystems, manufacturing, service, and other teams to optimize optical performance and reliabilityRequirements
Practical experience programming in C/C++ software, including modern C/C++ (C++14/17/20), multithreading, and Python. Cuda/OpenCL experience a plusKnowledge of digital camera systems and related concepts, including color filters, exposure control, timing, drivers, and in-sensor HDR techniques. Experience with imager bring-upExperience or familiarity with ISP pipelines, drivers, and associated tuningsExperience or familiarity with Computer Vision, Machine Learning & related software conceptsExperience with performant embedded software design, object-oriented C++Proficient developing software on a Linux host, for embedded Linux targets a plusCompensation 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 - $360,000/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.