What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer, Hardware Test Automation position at Tesla?
What To Expect
This team supports over a hundred stakeholders across a dozen hardware testing teams at Tesla by developing and continuously improving software related to hardware reliability test automation. This includes everything from writing code to interface with physical equipment/vehicle components, to creating an intuitive application layer for test engineers/technicians to deploying full-stack APIs, databases, and frontends. This Engineer has a lot of agency in deciding the roadmap to improving the reliability testing ecosystem, and as such must have solid software development fundamentals.
What You'll Do
Use Python to improve a modular, highly extensible hardware testing framework Build robust interfaces for test equipment that communicate over CAN, Serial, TCP/IP, and other protocols Build and deploy APIs that improve the capabilities of the system and the quality of life of test engineers Design and manage databases and data tools for the storage, retrieval and visualization of test data Create user interfaces for writing, executing, and monitoring hardware tests Train engineers, technicians, and interns to use new tools and drive their adoption Elevate the entire testing organization by encouraging best software practices
What You'll Bring
Degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent experience Strong software engineering fundamentals: capable of writing correct, performant, and secure software Strong Python proficiency Experience deploying highly-available applications to production Familiarity with software development tools like Git, CI/CD, Docker Experience designing and implementing complex systems Experience creating React/NextJS frontends is a plus Strong communication skills and collaborative spirit
Benefits
Compensation and 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
$120,000 - $252,000/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.
, Tesla
This team supports over a hundred stakeholders across a dozen hardware testing teams at Tesla by developing and continuously improving software related to hardware reliability test automation. This includes everything from writing code to interface with physical equipment/vehicle components, to creating an intuitive application layer for test engineers/technicians to deploying full-stack APIs, databases, and frontends. This Engineer has a lot of agency in deciding the roadmap to improving the reliability testing ecosystem, and as such must have solid software development fundamentals.
What You'll Do
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
$120,000 - $252,000/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.
, Tesla
Salary : $120,000 - $252,000