Sr. Embedded Firmware Development Engineer

Sr. Embedded Firmware Development Engineer

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The Tesla Sensing Team seeks a senior embedded firmware engineer with expertise in real‑time embedded software, advanced signal processing and machine learning algorithms using C/C++ and scripting with Matlab/Python. The main responsibility is to deliver production‑grade embedded firmware for sensing systems that assist autopilot. The candidate should use embedded system tools, troubleshoot hard issues, and dive deep into sub‑systems: source code root‑causing, prototype firmware in‑lab and in‑vehicle, and rigorous testing and validation.

• Develop and automate test suites and continuous regression using Matlab/Python/C++.
• Design, develop, and analyze system and software architectures for sensing systems.
• Write, test, and debug embedded firmware using C/C++ on target devices.
• Evaluate new sensor technologies by prototyping software and lab testing.
• Conduct lab and in‑car testing of sensor systems.
• Write software requirements, test cases, review code, and requirements.
• Mentor team members and interns.
• Collaborate cross‑functional with mechanical, software, program management, and senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of embedded C/C++ coding experience.
• 5+ years of Python/Matlab scripting for DSP/ML and data analysis.
• Experience with real‑time embedded OS (FreeRTOS, Linux).
• Working knowledge of microcontroller peripherals (SPI, I2C, UART, DMA, IRQ, USB, timers, ADC, DAC, Flash).
• Experience with automotive CAN and CAN‑FD interface.
• Experience with Docker, GIT, tool chains (GNU, IAR) and bootloaders, linker scripts.
• Board bring‑up and debugging skills (JTAG/SWD, dedicated programming).
• Basic DSP building blocks (FIR, IIR, FFT) preferred.
• Hardware troubleshooting with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers.

Competitive pay and full benefits: health plans, dental, vision, HSA, 401(k) with match, employee stock purchase plans, life insurance, disability, paid holidays, and more.

Compensation: $133,440 – $292,800 annual base + cash and stock awards. The total compensation package may include additional elements depending on the position offered.