Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer, Drive Inverter

Tesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company that designs and manufactures electric cars, battery storage, and solar panels.
$120,000 - $252,000
Embedded
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Automotive

Description For Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer, Drive Inverter

Tesla, the world's leading electric vehicle manufacturer, is seeking a Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer to join their Drive Inverter team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly impacts the performance and safety of Tesla's electric vehicles.

The position involves developing critical embedded firmware for power electronics and motor controls, working with state-of-the-art technology in the electric vehicle industry. You'll be part of a team of experienced engineers focused on building robust and reliable embedded systems using innovative software development approaches.

As an Embedded Firmware Engineer, you'll be responsible for the full lifecycle of firmware development, from initial concept through integration, testing, and deployment to Tesla's growing fleet of vehicles. The role requires strong technical skills in C programming, understanding of electrical systems, and knowledge of microcontroller peripherals.

The ideal candidate will bring at least one year of relevant experience in real-time embedded software development, along with a strong educational background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. You'll need to be comfortable working with electrical schematics, understanding circuit behavior, and implementing control systems.

Tesla offers an exceptional compensation package, including a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $252,000, plus cash and stock awards. The benefits package is comprehensive, covering healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits. The company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and changing the future of transportation makes this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about embedded systems and electric vehicles.

Working at Tesla's Palo Alto location, you'll be at the heart of Silicon Valley's tech ecosystem, collaborating with some of the industry's brightest minds. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to directly impact the development of sustainable transportation technology.

This position is perfect for an engineer who is passionate about embedded systems, eager to work on safety-critical applications, and wants to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. The role combines technical challenges with real-world impact, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in embedded systems while working on meaningful projects.

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Responsibilities For Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer, Drive Inverter

  • Development of real-time embedded software for Drive Inverter control and safety management
  • Develop automated tests for software quality assurance
  • Participate in full firmware development lifecycle from concept to release
  • Collaborate with hardware and control teams on hardware requirements
  • Develop and optimize firmware for motor controls and power electronics

Requirements For Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer, Drive Inverter

  • 1+ years of real-time embedded software development experience
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency in C
  • Experience with electrical schematics and circuit behavior
  • Knowledge of microcontroller peripherals (ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI)
  • Familiarity with control loops and PID controllers
  • Knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integration (Jenkins) preferred
  • Familiarity with Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) preferred

Benefits For Power Electronics Embedded Firmware Engineer, Drive Inverter

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Company Paid HSA 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 and parenting support
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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