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Tesla • Palo Alto, California, United States
Role & seniority: Validation Software/Firmware Engineer (seniority not specified)
Stack/tools: embedded Linux and RTOS; C/C++/Rust; Linux architecture; hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers); software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL); test automation, CI/CD; edge-case analysis
Design and deploy advanced automated test frameworks for embedded systems
Develop SIL and HIL test systems and generate actionable test reports (code coverage, regression, release readiness)
Identify edge cases via reverse-engineering, collaborate cross-functionally to refine validation strategies and drive test automation adoption
Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in embedded systems validation, firmware testing
Proficiency with hardware debugging tools; strong programming in C/C++/Rust; Linux software/embedded firmware (RTOS); familiarity with Ethernet, CAN, RS-485
Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable test solutions
Experience with CI/CD, scalable test infrastructure, and automation frameworks
Prior work in test strategy formation and cross-functional collaboration
Location not specified in description
Full-time position (Tesla employee)
What To Expect Tesla Energy accelerates the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We do that by building some of the most successful residential energy products in the world. You may know about Powerwall, our class-defining solar-integrated battery that helps customers all over the world save money and stabilizes the grid in California, Texas, and Puerto Rico on a regular basis. And then there’s Powershare, which lets customers power their home with their Tesla vehicle, and so much more.
The Tesla Energy Residential Device Software team is looking for a Validation Software/Firmware Engineer to architect automated test frameworks, design validation infrastructure, and collaborate with software firmware developers to accelerate development cycles while maintaining rigorous standards. Your work will directly impact product robustness and empower engineers to deploy firmware updates with confidence.
What You'll Do
Design and deploy advanced automated test frameworks for embedded Linux and RTOS-based products Develop software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and custom automation Create actionable test reports to track code coverage, regression metrics, and release readiness Reverse-engineer complex systems to identify edge cases and failure modes Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine validation strategies and troubleshoot issues Drive adoption of best practices for test automation, CI/CD, code robustness, and infrastructure scalability
What You'll Bring
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience Experience in embedded systems validation, firmware testing, or related fields Hands-on expertise with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, etc.) Strong understanding of software development in systems languages (e.g. C, C++, Rust), Linux software architecture, embedded firmware (e.g. RTOS), and communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS485, etc.) Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable test solutions
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
$133,440 - $292,800/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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