Software Validation Engineer, Brake by wire

Embedded Software Validation EngineerThe Chassis Systems Software team is looking for an engineer to own the validation of embedded software for braking and suspension actuators. You will bring up the tests and infrastructure necessary to validate safety-critical embedded software. You will conceptualize, design, and build validation tools that allow for rapid algorithm development, test against real world data, perform regression testing, and simulate physics-based models.

You will work with software, integration, and safety engineers to generate a suite of tests necessary to qualify the software and software-hardware interaction behaviors. You will be challenged to innovate test strategies that support releasing regulated safety-critical software to millions of vehicles at scale and high cadence. You will play a vital role in shaping the industry as we continue towards high-velocity automotive software development life cycles.Come join a team of knowledgeable engineers that strive to build safe and reliable embedded systems.

You will solve some of the most ambitious and challenging problems in the safety-critical software testing space that is unparalleled in the rest of the industry.ResponsibilitiesCreate and develop automated Software in the Loop (SIL) and Hardware in the loop (HIL) validation infrastructure to enable reliable, efficient, thorough, accurate, and repeatable testsDevelop and execute automated regression test suites for safety-critical chassis controls firmwareContinuously analyze and improve regression test suite coverageOwn the validation release process for customer releases, including test strategy scoping, test execution, and sign offCreate and execute board level test plans to expose weaknesses or faultsUnderstand the fundamental operations of the actuator hardware and software to inform validation strategyRequirementsDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceExcellent proficiency in Python or CExperience with Rust is a plusScripting skills in other common languages is a plus (Perl, Shell, Bash)Knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integrationExcellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with the teamKnowledge and experience with automation and build tools is a plus (Jenkins, Docker, SCons, Buck)Previous experience in the auto or aviation industries, or experience validating highly complex and safety-critical embedded system is a plusAbility to read and review electronic circuit schematic is a plusCompensation & 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 - $396,000/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.