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System Software Engineer, AI Platforms

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA
Listing for: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-29
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 140000 - 360000 USD Yearly USD 140000.00 360000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

What to Expect

We'reseeking asystemsoftware engineer to join our AI Platforms team, working on system software that powers our autonomous vehicle (Autopilot) and humanoid robot platforms.

You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy mission-critical software that manages complex sensor systems and real-time processing. You will get to work on one of the most advanced and widely deployed AI platforms and ship software that improves the driving experience for millions of customers.

What You'll Do
  • Design and implementsystem software for sensors including GPSandIMU

  • Develop and maintain

    Linux kernel modules and real-time embedded software

  • Create robust system software architectures that handle inter-process communication between compute nodes

  • Build telemetry and monitoring solutions for platform health and performance

  • Drive technical requirements for next-generation autonomous systems

  • Collaborate with hardware teams on bring-up and validation of new platforms

  • Maintain high code quality through testing, documentation, and code reviews

What You'll Bring
  • Engineering Degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience

  • Strong C and C++ skills required

  • Experience working on sensors would be preferred

  • Linux Kernel/Driver/RTOS experience preferred

  • Experience with embedded Linux programming preferred

  • Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills

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

Expected Compensation

$140,000 - $360,000/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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