Tesla · 5 months ago
Camera Software Engineer, AI Platforms
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$132K/yr - $330K/yrTesla is a leading company in the automotive industry, focusing on innovative technologies for autonomy and robotics. The Autonomy Camera Software Engineer will develop and optimize camera software to enhance image quality and system performance, collaborating with various teams to ensure the effectiveness of Tesla's camera systems.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop, debug, and maintain high performance C/C++ software for Tesla's Autopilot and Humanoid Robot platforms, including work on high framerate camera and vision pipelines, GPU kernel development, system level performance profiling, and video codec optimization for large scale data collection
Design and refine advanced camera control systems and image processing algorithms to maximize visual fidelity and system responsiveness
Implement diagnostic algorithms that monitor camera and optical performance over time, integrating outputs with service tools and user facing interfaces to ensure long term reliability
Rapidly prototype and iterate on new features using simulation environments, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and fleet scale data insights
Define technical requirements and collaborate with cross functional teams, including manufacturing, vehicle systems, and service, to continuously improve optical performance, calibration robustness, and overall system reliability
Qualification
Required
Proficient in developing C/C++ software, including modern standards (C++14/17/20), multithreading, and Python
Deep understanding of digital camera systems, including color filter arrays, exposure control, sensor timing, driver development, and in-sensor HDR techniques
Familiarity with ISP (Image Signal Processor) pipelines, low level drivers, and tuning workflows to optimize image quality across diverse conditions
Working knowledge of computer vision, machine learning, and their practical implementation in perception driven systems
Strong foundation in embedded software design with a focus on performance, using object oriented C++ to build reliable, low latency systems
Skilled in Linux based development environments
Preferred
Experience with CUDA or OpenCL is a strong plus
Hands on experience with image sensor bring-up is highly valuable
Experience targeting embedded Linux platforms and cross-compilation toolchains considered a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
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SVP of Automotive
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