ATE Test Development Engineer, AI Hardware

What to Expect

The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced AI inference chips tailored to accelerate Tesla's machine learning capabilities. A key part of this effort is Dojo, Tesla's custom supercomputer system built to efficiently train massive neural networks on vast video data from the fleet.

The work of Tesla's AI Hardware team powers the neural networks behind Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in AI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life.

Candidate in this role will own delivering high quality manufacturing screen solutions for next generations of Tesla AI SOCs.

We are open to hiring in Austin, TX;
Palo Alto, CA.

What You'll Do

* Architect & develop comprehensive ATE test programs covering all aspects of SOC

* Deploy robust test programs at OSATs, optimize to improve yield, quality, reliability & cost

* Own/drive NPI bring up of various tests including ATPG, MBIST, Repair, Functional, DC, HSIO and other IP specific tests

* Debug and root cause silicon issues in collaboration with cross functional teams

* Own/drive custom test method development tailored for product needs

* Contribute to wafer probe and package final test hardware designs

What You'll Bring

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience

* Expert level 5+ years of experience in test development using Advantest 93K or Teradyne Ultra Flex platforms

* Experience in DFT test development such as ATPG with SSN, MBIST, Memory Repair is preferred

* Experience in IP related test development of High Speed IO's such as DDR, PCIE, UFS, Ethernet, PLL, MIPI, SGMII is a bonus

* Experience in IP related test development for other IP's such as eFuse, Temperature Sensors, PLLs, Ring Oscillators is a bonus

* Experience in defining ATE test hardware requirements to meet all signal/power needs including custom circuits is a bonus

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

* Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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ATE Test Development Engineer, AI Hardware

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