Software Validation Engineer, Vehicle Controls Systems

Tesla; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 293,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Software Validation Engineer to enhance vehicle performance and safety through rigorous software validation. In this role, you will design and automate test strategies for cutting-edge vehicle software systems, ensuring seamless integration across subsystems. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability and functionality of advanced vehicle technologies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering and enjoy a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits from day one. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical options with $0 payroll deduction

Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid sick and vacation time

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Back-up childcare resources

Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in electrical, mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience debugging complex systems with networked microprocessors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system-level validation strategies for vehicle software.
• Design and implement automated test cases using HIL and SIL methodologies.

Skills

Python

C++

Rust

Test Automation

HIL/SIL Testing

Vehicle Communication Protocols

Debugging Tools

System Analysis

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Mechatronics

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

Test Benches

Simulation Tools

Debugging Tools

Job description

Software Validation Engineer, Vehicle Controls Systems

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What To Expect

The Systems Validation team is responsible for validating all software-driven, system-level vehicle requirements prior to any new hardware or software release or new product introduction. This includes inventing and building state-of-the-art automated test infrastructure to increase testing efficiency and precision throughout the development and validation cycle.

The team is seeking multiple software and systems engineers to support Drive Systems, Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Crash Safety, Thermal Management, HVAC, Body Controls, Lighting, Access Controls, Battery Management, Charging, Power Conversion, High and Low Voltage Power Distribution, and Autonomy.

In this role, you will design, execute, and automate test strategies to validate cutting-edge vehicle software systems. Your work will directly impact Tesla’s vehicle performance, reliability, and safety by ensuring seamless software integration across various subsystems.

What You'll Do

1. Develop and execute comprehensive, system-level validation strategies for vehicle software, ensuring compliance with functional and performance requirements.
2. Design and implement automated and manual test cases, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies.
3. Develop test infrastructure and automation frameworks using Python, C++, and Rust to improve test efficiency and accuracy.
4. Create prototype test setups to integrate new subsystems with simulated or actual vehicle components, utilizing software-driven test automation.
5. Collaborate with software, hardware, modeling, controls, and development engineers to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues early in development.
6. Analyze test results, generate reports, and recommend product improvements.
7. Investigate real-world field issues, identify root causes, and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.
8. Continuously seek ways to improve safety, performance, and customer satisfaction with Tesla products.

What You'll Bring

1. Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience.
2. Strong fundamentals in electrical, mechanical, thermal, controls, and systems engineering concepts.
3. Ability to analyze complex systems and develop comprehensive test coverage.
4. Hands-on experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled sensors and actuators.
5. Experience with test automation, object-oriented software design (Python, C++, Rust), and debugging tools.
6. Experience with HIL/SIL environments, test benches, and simulation-based validation.
7. Experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostic tools.
8. Experience analyzing and parsing data to develop technical insights.
9. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams.
10. Minimum 2 years’ experience utilizing the skills above.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, full-time Tesla employees are eligible for benefits from day 1, including:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans with multiple medical options at $0 payroll deduction.
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options.
• Company-paid HSA contributions when enrolled in the high-deductible medical plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
• 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, paid holidays, and flexible work hours for salaried positions.
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal services, and pet insurance.
• Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs.
• Tesla Babies program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.

Expected compensation ranges from $133,440 to $292,800 annually, plus cash and stock awards, and benefits. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and other factors. Details will be provided upon offer.