Software Engineer, Controls, Tesla Bot

Tesla builds electric vehicles and humanoid bi-pedal robots to automate repetitive tasks.
$120,000 - $264,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
AI · Robotics · Automotive

Description For Software Engineer, Controls, Tesla Bot

Tesla is pioneering the development of humanoid bi-pedal robots designed to automate repetitive and mundane tasks at scale. As a Controls Software Engineer for the Tesla Bot project, you'll be at the forefront of robotics innovation, working on sophisticated control systems for bipedal locomotion and object manipulation.

The role combines cutting-edge robotics with practical implementation, requiring expertise in control systems, embedded programming, and real-world robotics applications. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing control algorithms that will power thousands of humanoid robots in real-world situations, making this an opportunity to impact the future of automation and robotics.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in C/C++ programming, control systems development, and practical robotics experience. You'll work with state-of-the-art technology including IMUs, encoders, and force sensors, while implementing complex control algorithms for bipedal locomotion.

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, equity opportunities, and extensive health coverage. The company's culture of innovation, combined with the challenge of developing next-generation robotics technology, makes this an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotics and automation.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Controls, Tesla Bot

  • Design and implement reliable & efficient control code for bipedal locomotion
  • Implement object manipulation and state estimation
  • Improve robot's behavior in the real world
  • Develop simulation engine capabilities
  • Deliver high-quality code in an embedded environment

Requirements For Software Engineer, Controls, Tesla Bot

  • Experience programming in C or C++
  • Practical experience with closed-loop controls system development
  • Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
  • Familiarity with control of non-linear systems
  • Experience with state estimation through IMU, encoders, force sensors
  • Experience working on bipedal robots or other multi-DOF robotic hardware
  • Experience with shipping control algorithms on real products at scale

Benefits For Software Engineer, Controls, Tesla Bot

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, 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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