Software Engineer, Traction Control, Chassis Controls

Chassis Controls Software EngineerThe Chassis Controls software team is looking for brake, steering, stability, traction control Engineers to develop and calibrate world class chassis controls software. We are looking for both experienced candidates as well as newcomers eager to learn, who are looking to join a small team with large responsibilities. As a Chassis Controls Software Engineer, you will take on the full software development life cycle of chassis control features like Tesla in-house traction control and vehicle stability control from inception to development, calibration, testing, and release.Our team determines what problems to solve and works cross-functionally across hardware, software, vehicle dynamics, and controls to develop functions and features.

We travel to proving grounds across the world to tune the calibration and perform extensive testing in-vehicle. We investigate service issues, address customer feedback, influence next generation hardware and controls architecture, and set the standard for our industry.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and calibrate brake, steering, stability, and/or traction control softwareProduct and feature owner - own the full life cycle from idea to shippingExtensive travel to proving grounds in the US and around the worldOrganize and lead test tripsDevelop expertise across many systems - torque path, brake controls, chassis systemsWork with cross functional stakeholders to define and develop internally and externally requested featuresCreate and own the roadmap for milestones such as development trips, regulatory approval, public road driving, and customer sign offsDevelop test cases in-vehicle as well as in simulationRequirementsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent in experience with evidence of exceptional abilityProficiency in C and PythonVehicle Dynamics and automotive fundamentalsInterest in at-limit driving, ideally with experienceExperience calibrating chassis controls systemsProficiency in controlsFamiliarity with Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)Experience with testing and validating safety critical softwareExperience with CAN and Vector CAN toolsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $120,000 - $300,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.