Tesla · 3 months ago
Sr. Embedded Firmware Development Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$133K/yr - $293K/yr
5+ years expTesla is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Development Engineer for their Sensing Team, specializing in developing real-time embedded software for advanced signal processing and machine learning algorithms. The role involves delivering high-quality embedded application firmware, performing rigorous testing and validation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Develop and automate test and verification/validation involving building test suite from scratch to continuous regression using Matlab/Python/C and C++
Design, development, and analysis of system and software architectures for various sensing systems
Writing, testing, and debugging embedded FW developed using C/C++ running on target devices
Evaluate various existing and new sensor technologies for next generation sensor systems by bringing up prototype software and testing in lab
Hands-on testing work such as testing of sensor systems in laboratory and in-car drives
Writing software requirements, test cases, reviewing requirements and code, etc
Mentoring other team members and interns
Collaborate with a broad range of cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, program management, and senior leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ coding skills for embedded system development
Minimum 5+ years of experience in Python/Matlab for scripting and testing of embedded systems implementing DSP and ML algorithms, and data analysis
Experience with using real time embedded OS such as FreeRTOS, as well as Linux
Working knowledge of device drivers for microcontroller peripherals (SPI, I2C, UART, DMA, IRQ, USB, timers, ADCs, DACs, Flash, etc.)
Experience with automotive CAN and CAN-FD interface
Experience working with Docker, GIT, toolchains (GNU, IAR, etc.), bootloaders, linkers scripts
Working knowledge of board bring-up, profiling, JTAG/SWD debugging, Dedi-prog, etc
Ability to troubleshoot hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
Preferred
Knowledge of basic DSP building blocks (FIR, IIR, FFT, etc.)
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.
10001+ employees
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