Test Specialist, Self-Driving
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagement$24–$55.2/hrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Congduct vehicle-level testing and validation of the Self-Driving system including features such as Full Self-Driving, Autosteer, Automatic Emergency Braking, etc.
- Maintain Tesla’s confidentiality with respect to prototype hardware, software, and unreleased vehicle programs
- Perform precision driving maneuvers to safely evaluate performance at or above the system limitations
- Safely execute real-world testing
- Analyze data to triage issues with vehicle behaviors using proprietary Tesla tools
- Maintain and document test vehicle condition, coordinate repairs and retrofits with technicians as necessary
- Support various ad-hoc vehicle engineering testing requests as needed
What You'll Bring
- Experience with limit handling of vehicles on closed courses, a background in Motorsports is preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and high situational awareness
- Familiarity with hand tools and/or vehicle maintenance skills
- Knowledge in the autonomous vehicle space, Autopilot systems and sensors
- Excellent software skills. Familiarity with Excel and Python is a plus
- Flexibility to travel, domestic or international up to 70%, with minimal lead time
- Passion for vehicle testing and Tesla's mission
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, and other financial benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program