Software Validation Engineer, Controls Systems, Vehicle Software

Tesla • Palo Alto, CA

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About The Position

The Systems Validation team is responsible for validating all software driven, system level, vehicle requirements prior to any new hardware or software release or new product introduction. This includes inventing and building state of the art automated test infrastructure to increase the efficiency and precision of testing used throughout the development and validation cycle.
The team is looking for multiple software and systems engineers to support Drive Systems, Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Crash Safety, Thermal Management, HVAC, Body Controls, Lighting, Access Controls, Battery Management, Charging, Power Conversion, High and Low Voltage Power Distribution and Autonomy.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and automating test strategies to validate cutting-edge vehicle software systems. Your work will directly impact the performance, reliability, and safety of Tesla’s vehicles by ensuring seamless integration of software across various subsystems.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical or Systems Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong fundamentals in electrical, mechanical, thermal, controls and systems engineering concepts
• Ability to analyze complex systems and develop robust, comprehensive test coverage
• Hands on experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical and electromechanical sensors and actuators
• Experience with test automation, object-oriented software design (Python, C++, Rust), and debugging tools
• Experience with HIL/SIL environments, test benches, and simulation-based validation
• Experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostic tools
• Experience analyzing and parsing data to develop technical insights
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams
• Minimum 2 years’ experience utilizing the skills above

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive, system-level validation strategies for vehicle software, ensuring compliance with functional and performance requirements
• Design and implement automated and manual test cases, including the use of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies
• Develop test infrastructure and automation frameworks using Python, C++ and Rust to improve test efficiency and precision
• Develop prototype test setups to integrate new subsystems with simulated or actual vehicle components, utilizing software driven test automation
• Work closely with software, hardware, modelling, controls and development engineers to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues early in the development cycle
• Analyze test results, generate reports, and provide recommendations for product improvements
• Investigate real-world field issues, identify root causes, and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions
• Continuously look for ways to improve the safety, performance, and customer satisfaction with Tesla products

Benefits

• Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees