Test Engineer, Self-Driving

What You'll Do

• Generate new test strategies to evaluate Full Self Driving
• Perform controlled vehicle testing across global proving grounds using precision instrumentation, robotic platforms, and other test equipment
• Develop test fixtures and software tooling for efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Use in-house simulation infrastructure to expand test coverage
• Analyze issues found during testing, partnering closely with developers on the Tesla AI and Vehicle Firmware teams to formulate judgement criteria, implement resolutions, and validate software changes
• Perform testing for existing and upcoming regulatory and ratings protocols, working with external agencies to make sure requirements are being satisfied
• Maintain test vehicles, coordinate logistics, perform repairs & retrofits, and support additional vehicle testing as needed

What You'll Bring

• Proficiency with Python, C/C++, and/or MATLAB
• Experience with software & hardware troubleshooting, ADAS testing, vehicle road testing, and/or development on DAS systems
• Experience with data-logging & analysis using data acquisition systems, CAN hardware, etc.
• Outstanding attention to detail and highly observational; ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment, multitask, and coordinate multiple program & executive priorities in parallel
• Able to interpret regulations and test procedures in collaboration with different teams and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and third parties
• Must be comfortable driving prototype vehicles during testing that may lack safety features; valid driver's license required
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent experience or proof of exceptional skills in related field
• Experience developing tooling with microcontrollers is a plus
• Motorsports background and/or hobbies relating to driving is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Other financial benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• Paid Holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$109,600 - $195,600/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits