Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems
Description For Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems
Tesla is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their Thermal Systems Software team, playing a crucial role in developing and refining thermal systems for all Tesla vehicles. This position focuses on architecting and implementing embedded firmware for motors, actuators, and sensors in the thermal system, while also developing user-facing features for vehicle cabin climate control. The thermal management system is critical for vehicle efficiency, managing temperatures of key components like the battery, drive units, and charger.
The role combines hands-on embedded development with cross-functional collaboration, requiring expertise in C programming, real-time systems, and hardware integration. You'll work with cutting-edge technology in electric vehicles, directly impacting their efficiency and performance. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $120,000 to $252,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, and stock purchase options.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced embedded systems engineers who want to contribute to sustainable transportation technology. You'll be working at Tesla's Palo Alto location, collaborating with various engineering teams to create innovative solutions for thermal management challenges. The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience and offers significant growth potential in the electric vehicle industry.
Responsibilities For Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems
- Develop, enhance and debug behaviors for coolant, refrigerant, and cabin HVAC systems
- Drive firmware development in C for real-time embedded environment
- Perform hardware bring up and component validation
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering teams
- Develop requirements for thermal system features, diagnostics, and algorithms
- Communicate technical concepts to management
- Implement continuous improvements and best practices
Requirements For Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems
- 4+ years of real-time embedded software development experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
- Proficiency in C and real time embedded environments
- Proficiency in Python
- Strong software fundamentals
- Experience with microcontroller peripherals
- Hands-on experience with various motor types and sensors
- Experience with reading electrical schematics
- Familiarity with control loops and PID controllers
- Experience with Rust (preferred)
Benefits For Embedded Software Engineer, Thermal Systems
- Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
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