Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems (Summer 2025)
Description For Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems (Summer 2025)
Tesla's System Software team is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Intern to join their innovative vehicle software development team in Palo Alto. This internship, starting in Summer 2025, focuses on audio systems development within Tesla's cutting-edge infotainment platform. You'll work with Linux-based systems, developing drivers and middleware for high-definition audio systems integrated with Tesla's advanced vehicle technology.
The role offers hands-on experience with embedded systems programming, audio software development, and hardware integration. You'll be part of the team that builds the foundation for Tesla's in-vehicle user experience, working with high-resolution touch displays, audio systems, and various connectivity solutions. The position requires strong programming skills in C and Python, with opportunities to work on real-world automotive software challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing Computer Science or Electrical Engineering degrees to gain practical experience in automotive software development. The internship provides comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation ($36.06 - $50.48 per hour), and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading electric vehicle companies.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in embedded systems, experience with Linux kernels, and a passion for audio systems development. You'll be working full-time on-site in Palo Alto, collaborating with experienced engineers on Tesla's next-generation infotainment products. This internship offers valuable experience in automotive software development while contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.
Responsibilities For Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems (Summer 2025)
- Develop drivers, tests, middleware and interfaces to user-space applications for the audio subsystem
- Drive architecture and execution for audio software systems and hardware with the hardware and DSP engineers
- Use existing available hardware in innovative ways to solve problems
- Integrate software components into a fully functional software system
- Write well structured, testable, efficient, and maintainable code
- Build and deploy software tools, processes and metrics
- Board bring-up and hardware design validation
Requirements For Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems (Summer 2025)
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study with a graduation date between August 2025 - August 2026
- Experience in software/firmware development
- Excellent C/Python coding skills
- Embedded Linux and/or Linux kernel experience is a huge plus
- Experience with audio systems (ALSA, audio framework, audioflinger, audio drivers)
- Experience with board /chip bring-up
Benefits For Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems (Summer 2025)
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution option
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick time and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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