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Tesla • Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary: $140,000 - $360,000 / year
Role & seniority: System Validation Engineer, senior/mid-to-senior (5+ years experience)
Stack/tools: C/C++, Python; Linux OS internals, kernel modules; shell scripting; hardware test: logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, JTAG; familiarity with PCIe, DDR, SPI, I2C, CAN, UART
Lead system bring-up, debug complex system-level issues, and perform root-cause analysis on hardware bugs
Develop validation plans, tools, and automation frameworks to execute system-level regression for Tesla’s SoCs and platforms
Improve firmware/software robustness for Functional Verification Testing; support kernel drivers and device tree configurations; conduct board-level failure analysis
BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, 5+ years experience
Proficient in C/C++ and Python for automation
Hands-on with Linux internals, kernel modules, and embedded target debugging (STM32, ARM, x86)
Experience with board bring-up, bootloaders, hardware debug; read schematics; fault isolation
Familiar with SPI/I2C/CAN/UART and high-speed interfaces (PCIe, DDR)
Proficient with lab hardware: logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, JTAG
Nice-to-haves: None specified
Location & work type: Location not specified; full-time position at Tesla (employee benefits included)
What To Expect Join Tesla’s Vehicle Engineering team to validate our next-generation computing platforms that power Infotainment, Autopilot, Optimus, and Data Center. You will own the end-to-end validation lifecycle—from planning and infrastructure to execution and debug—ensuring our computers meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and functional correctness.
What You'll Do
System Bring-up & Debug: Lead system bring-up, debug complex system-level issues, and perform root-cause analysis on hardware bugs. Support BIOS, Bootloader, and low-level firmware development during new product introduction
Validation Infrastructure: Develop comprehensive validation plans, tools, and automation frameworks (Python/Bash) to execute system-level regression suites for Tesla’s custom SoCs and platform designs
Firmware Robustness: Continuously analyze and enhance firmware/software robustness for Functional Verification Testing (FVT). Interface with kernel drivers and device tree configurations to ensure hardware stability
Failure Analysis: Conduct board-level failure analysis on contract manufacturer and field-return units to improve first pass yields and reduce escape rates
Hardware Interaction: Instrument and analyze system behavior using logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG/debug tools
Design Influence: Participate in hardware design and schematic reviews to influence validation strategy early in the design cycle
What You'll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python scripting for automation Hands-on experience with Linux OS internals, kernel modules, and shell scripting Proven experience in board bring-up, bootloaders, and debugging embedded targets (e.g., STM32, ARM, or x86 architectures) Familiarity with standard communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, CAN, UART) as well as high-speed interfaces (PCIe, DDR) Experience with lab equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG debuggers Ability to read and interpret electronic circuit schematics and perform board-level fault isolation
Benefits Compensation and Benefits
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
Expected Compensation
$140,000 - $360,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay 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.
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