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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Semi, Charging

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA
Listing for: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 164480 - 246720 USD Yearly USD 164480.00 246720.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
What to Expect

Tesla Energy is looking for a passionate, driven Software Engineer to build out the features for the current and next generation of fast DC charging. You will be responsible for delivering high quality code for our Superchargers, charging adapters, and various other types of charging equipment. Come join a team of knowledgeable Engineers working on using cutting edge software development tools and practices to create the best EV charging network in the world.

What You'll Do

• Implement firmware for embedded systems components within our Superchargers

• Develop, enhance and debug new and existing real-time firmware in C and C++

• Responsible for hands‑on bring‑up of products accelerating them through manufacturing to scale

• Develop CI tests (unit test, SIL, HIL, etc.) to validate component and system functionality

• Deliver optimized solutions co‑designed between firmware and hardware teams meeting aggressive schedules that Supercharge our fleet

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

• 5+ years of professional firmware development experience

• Capable of delivering top quality C and C++ code in a real‑time embedded environment

• Significant multithreaded and RTOS experience

• Experience with peripheral interfacing (CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, ADC, PWM) and networking protocols (TCP, IP, UDP). Desired experience with Protobuf and UDS

• Must be comfortable with hands‑on lab work (including the use of scopes/logic analyzers, CAN tools, soldering irons, etc. as needed to support integration)

• Strong software fundamentals including architecture design, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainability

• Desired to have experience implementing firmware for power conversion, thermal controls, battery management, or other highly physical product implementations

• Needs to have a test‑driven mentality, where unit testing, validation plans, and quality are second nature

• Passion for solving challenging problems and ability to break down problems to efficiently get things done

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:

• 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

Expected Compensation

$164,480 - $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.

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