Sr. Firmware Engineer, Tesla Energy

Tesla develops and manufactures electric vehicles and energy storage solutions, focusing on sustainable energy technology and innovation.
$120,000 - $252,000
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
Energy

Description For Sr. Firmware Engineer, Tesla Energy

Tesla Energy is at the forefront of revolutionizing the world's energy infrastructure through innovative battery and power electronics technology. As a Sr. Firmware Engineer, you'll join a small, dynamic team developing grid-connected storage solutions at residential, industrial, and utility levels. This role offers significant ownership of world-class Energy product firmware, from architecture through validation.

The position combines technical expertise in embedded systems with the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, developing firmware that directly impacts the performance and reliability of Tesla's energy storage systems. The role requires strong C/C++ programming skills, embedded systems expertise, and experience with real-time operating systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced firmware engineer who wants to make a meaningful impact on sustainable energy solutions. You'll work in Tesla's fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, collaborating with talented engineers while enjoying comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and stock purchase options. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $120,000 to $252,000 annually, plus additional cash and stock awards.

The ideal candidate will bring both technical excellence and a passion for sustainable technology. You'll be involved in all aspects of firmware development, from architectural decisions to hands-on debugging, while working on products that are actively shaping the future of global energy infrastructure. If you're looking to combine your firmware engineering expertise with meaningful work that contributes to environmental sustainability, this role offers that unique opportunity.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Firmware Engineer, Tesla Energy

  • Develop, enhance and debug new and existing real-time firmware in C and C++
  • Drive firmware development for performance, scalability, modularity, robustness, and tight integration with hardware
  • Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization
  • Implement continuous improvements and best practices within the team
  • Drive firmware/hardware co-design for optimized solutions and schedules

Requirements For Sr. Firmware Engineer, Tesla Energy

  • Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of professional firmware development experience
  • Capable of delivering top quality C and C++ code in a real time embedded environment
  • Expert software fundamentals including architectural design, algorithm development, data structures
  • Significant multithreaded and RTOS experience
  • Experience implementing firmware for power conversion, thermal controls, battery management (desired)
  • Test driven development experience using unit testing, software in the loop, and hardware in the loop methodologies (desired)

Benefits For Sr. Firmware Engineer, Tesla Energy

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Commuter Benefits
  • 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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