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Tesla

Staff Software Engineer, Maps & Navigation

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306


Tesla is building the world's best in-car navigation experience and we're looking for motivated Software Engineers that are up to the challenge.You will implement next generation algorithms on top of large amounts of data from the Tesla fleet. This is a cornerstone on which Navigate on Autopilot and Smart Summon are implemented. In addition, the same data will drive more efficient routing and better turn-by-turn navigation for customers.The ideal candidate is self-driven, has experience developing high-performance applications and motivated by complex algorithmic problems. Our engineers must bring a principled, data-driven methodology to software development with a passion for improving quality of their products. Flexibility is paramount, as the engineer must learn a wide array of technologies to improve customer experience ranging from route quality and ETA prediction all the way to self-driving capabilities.

Responsibilities

Rapidly prototype in-car customer experiencesExtract meaningful data from fleet telemetry via automated processesImplement complete features with both client and server footprintDrive your changes end to end from concept to in car drive testDesign, code, and debug software on Linux-based embedded platforms and Linux serversWork with a cross-functional team of hardware engineers, application/UI software engineers, QA/Validation, and designersRequirements

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experienceEvidence of exceptional achievement in large-scale algorithmic environmentsProficient in one of C++, Python, Golang, ScalaExperience writing and shipping customer-facing codeHigh standards for code quality, maintainability, and performanceWillingness to learn new technologies in any area of the stack: Vehicle Control, Routing/Guidance Algorithms, Server Infrastructure, UI, Embedded SystemsExperience with Maps / GIS / Computational Geometry data is a strong plusExperience in Spark, AWS, Kubernetes, Jenkins is a plusExperience in Machine Learning algorithms is 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 - $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.