What to ExpectTesla is seeking a Firmware System Validation engineer to develop automated/manual methods to simulate vehicle, environmental, and user behaviors at system-level to guide future product development and raise the quality of existing firmware releases. Work in a creative automation lab environment with a team dedicated to building software, hardware, and mechanical solutions to automate system-level tests. The ideal candidate is an expert in Python, system-level troubleshooting, automation tools, hardware debug/design, and firmware development. Focus areas include Low Voltage Network Management, Lithium-Ion and Lead-Acid Battery Management, Functional Safety Concepts, Security and Authentication, and Body Controls (falcon wings, power front doors, other vehicle mechatronics).What You’ll DoDesign software, hardware, and automation infrastructure to simulate user and vehicle behaviorsTest features during development and release stages, and provide design inputsInvestigate fleet/vehicle data, source code, and hardware schematics to identify and root-cause issues at the system level and propose robust solutionsCollaborate with broad cross-functional teamsCreate detailed and rigorous test specifications based on requirements and system understandingImprove safety, performance, and customer satisfaction with Tesla productsHelp develop the world’s most exciting cars and the shift to sustainable transportationPromote and protect Tesla’s reputation as a cutting-edge company producing the world’s most exciting cars and shifting the paradigm of personal transportation worldwide What You’ll BringDegree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience Hands-on experience debugging software and hardware in complex systemsExperience with Python or other scripting languagesMajor interest in solving complex and time critical problemsExperience with automation (Jenkins, Docker, etc.)Experience with C/C++ for embedded systemsExperience with lead acid batteries, charging, and safety

PALO ALTO, California

Full time