Embedded Software Engineer, Optimus

3 weeks ago


Palo Alto CA, United States Tesla Full time

What to Expect Tesla is on a path to building humanoid robots atscaleto automate repetitive and boring tasks for manufacturing andlogistics. Our robot is an electro-mechanically actuated autonomous bi-pedal robot. We are looking for Firmware Engineers to lead architecture, development andvalidation ofembedded firmware for systems on Tesla Bot, enabling our Tesla Bot to perform locomotion and manipulation. In this role, you will work closely with the electronics, actuator design, controls, and integration teams to architect, implement and test high performance, safety critical firmware over the full product life cycle. Come join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to disrupt the field of automation and change the way the world interacts with robots. You will develop embedded systems using innovative software development tools and practices. You will use your creativity to solve some of the most challenging problems in the embedded software space. What You'll Do Development of real-time embedded software that implements control and safety management of the Tesla Bot actuators Develop automated tests to ensure high quality software releases andaccuratefunctionality Be involved in the full life cycle of firmware development from concept through integration, test, and release as our fleet of robot grows Work closely with the hardware and control teams to specify hardware actuation and sensing requirements What You'll Bring Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in real-time embedded software development Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, proof of exceptional skills in related fields with practical software engineering experience, or equivalent experience Proficiencyin C, familiarity with MISRA C and Python are aplus Experience with reading electrical schematics and understanding circuitbehavior Knowledge of microcontroller peripherals such as ADC, GPIO,PWM,SPIand I2C Experience working with sensors and digital signalprocessing Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 Expected Compensation $132,000 - $390,000/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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