Software Engineer, Update Systems Validation
Description For Software Engineer, Update Systems Validation
Tesla is seeking a Software Engineer for their Update Systems Validation team to play a crucial role in maintaining and improving their over-the-air (OTA) update systems. This position sits at the intersection of automotive technology and software engineering, focusing on ensuring the quality and reliability of Tesla's update systems across their entire vehicle fleet.
The role involves working with cutting-edge technology in the automotive industry, specifically with Tesla's OTA update system, which is fundamental to how Tesla continuously improves their vehicles post-purchase. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing validation frameworks, conducting hardware and software in the loop testing, and maintaining the infrastructure that ensures the reliability of Tesla's update systems.
As part of Tesla's engineering team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts millions of Tesla vehicles worldwide. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Software Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, and Electrical Engineers, to ensure comprehensive testing and validation of update systems.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $120,000 to $300,000 annually, plus additional benefits including comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) with employer match, and stock purchase options. Tesla's benefits package is designed to support both professional and personal well-being, including family-building benefits, parenting support, and various insurance options.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about automotive technology and software engineering to join a company at the forefront of sustainable transportation and energy innovation. The role combines technical challenges with real-world impact, making it ideal for engineers who want to contribute to the future of automotive technology.
Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Update Systems Validation
- Own the quality of the System Updater and bootloaders
- Develop scenarios, test cases, and write test code for Update Systems using hardware and software in the loop testing environments
- Develop autonomous test and reporting infrastructure
- Develop internal Python tools used by Validation teams across Tesla
- Define, gather, and report on performance and health metrics related to the System Updater
- Work cross-functionally to investigate OTA issues and validate new features that impact user experience
- Communicate with Software Engineers, Mechanical, and Electrical engineers to proactively identify problems and gaps in tests
Requirements For Software Engineer, Update Systems Validation
- Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent in experience
- Hands on experience developing in Python
- Ability to understand, test, and troubleshoot complicated systems involving connected internet services and/or IoT
- Experience developing tests and test frameworks using maintainable code
- Ability to develop test guidelines from specifications
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design and algorithms
- Experience in consumer electronics or automotive electronics
- Strong first principle engineering mindset
- Experience working with microcontrollers (MPC5600 series, etc.) preferred
- Ability to understand C/C++ coding preferred
Benefits For Software Engineer, Update Systems Validation
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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