GNSS RF Systems Engineer, Sensing Software

GNSS RF Systems Engineer, Sensing Software

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• The Tesla Sensing Team is looking for a Systems Engineering lead with specific expertise in RF GNSS‑based navigation systems. The candidate will be responsible for creating performance and quality metrics related to GNSS receiver performance and applying these metrics to a fleet of vehicles and robots worldwide.
• Developing requirements for future GNSS systems based on cross‑functional alignment and validating that the performance requirements are met or exceeded.
• Strong background in developing or integrating practical GNSS systems and a deep theoretical understanding of GNSS and navigation systems.
• Experience using and developing Python codebases with an emphasis on data analysis and collection tools.
• Lead and support debugging efforts related to GNSS systems, extracting useful information from log files, telemetry services, and auxiliary data to identify and help fix complex failure modes.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding modern C++ code is preferred for debugging.
• Managing relationships with 3rd‑party suppliers related to GNSS hardware and software, and driving internal line trials and tests of new components or architectures to validate performance.

• Develop and implement performance metrics for GNSS receivers relative to autonomous vehicles and robots.
• Lead cross‑functional activities to capture future system performance requirements for GNSS systems.
• Lead debugging and triage efforts to identify and fix problems discovered in the field.
• Work with the Global Supply Chain team to handle supply‑chain disruptions, replacement parts, or multi‑source requirements.
• Define and drive the validation of GNSS on newly introduced platforms, ensuring quality performance before release to customers.
• Interface with 3rd‑party vendors and suppliers, driving them to meet Tesla’s performance and timeline targets.

• 2‑3 years of experience specifically working with GNSS (satellite navigation systems).
• Strong RF systems knowledge as it pertains to GNSS antennas, receivers, and overall link design to optimize end‑to‑end performance.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of development experience in Python for scientific/mathematical problem solving as well as testing and data analysis.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for $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 Plan, and other financial benefits.
• Company‑paid basic life, AD&D, short‑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 including 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.

$111,200 - $246,720/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.