Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Test Engineer - Self-Driving

Manual & Functional QAUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeLakeland, FL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Proficiency with Python, C/C++, and/or MATLAB.
Experience with software and hardware troubleshooting, ADAS testing, vehicle road testing, and/or development on DAS systems.
Experience with data logging and analysis using data acquisition systems, CAN hardware, or similar tools.
Strong attention to detail and observational ability, with capacity to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and coordinate multiple program and executive priorities in parallel.
Ability to interpret regulations and test procedures in collaboration with different teams and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and third parties.
Comfort driving prototype vehicles during testing that may lack safety features; a valid driver's license is required.
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics, or equivalent experience or proof of exceptional skills in a related field.
Must be comfortable with a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing in accordance with Tesla policy and applicable law.

Responsibilities

Generate new test strategies to evaluate Full Self-Driving.
Perform controlled vehicle testing across global proving grounds using precision instrumentation, robotic platforms, and other test equipment.
Develop test fixtures and software tooling for efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Use in-house simulation infrastructure to expand test coverage.
Analyze issues found during testing, partnering with developers on the Tesla SI and Vehicle Firmware teams to formulate judgment criteria, implement resolutions, and validate software changes.
Perform testing for existing and upcoming regulatory and ratings protocols, working with external agencies to ensure requirements are satisfied.
Maintain test vehicles, coordinate logistics, perform repairs and retrofits, and support additional vehicle testing as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Experience developing tooling with microcontrollers.
Motorsports background and/or hobbies relating to driving.

Category	Tesla SI
Location	Lakeland, Florida
Requisition ID	249710
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Rapid Full-Self-Driving (FSD) development relies heavily on our coordinated ability to test its progress across real-world driving scenarios including the most extreme edge cases. Vehicle-level tests enable the identification of critical safety & performance issues, ultimately opening the door for optimized design iterations and an enhanced driver/passenger experience altogether — this Test Engineer, Self-Driving position will play a role in actualizing this reality. With the productionization of Robotaxi just around the corner, there has never been a more pivotal time to join this team.</p><p>This is a full-time position which requires someone who is highly organized, confident in their high-performance driving ability, objectively-focused when making judgements, and poised in managing dynamic projects amongst a fluid schedule. The role is based in Florida but also requires flexibility in traveling to various domestic & international destinations for vehicle testing on public roads, tracks, and proving grounds.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Generate new test strategies to evaluate Full Self Driving
Perform controlled vehicle testing across global proving grounds using precision instrumentation, robotic platforms, and other test equipment
Develop test fixtures and software tooling for efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting
Use in-house simulation infrastructure to expand test coverage
Analyze issues found during testing, partnering closely with developers on the Tesla SI and Vehicle Firmware teams to formulate judgement criteria, implement resolutions, and validate software changes
Perform testing for existing and upcoming regulatory and ratings protocols, working with external agencies to make sure requirements are being satisifed
Maintain test vehicles, coordinate logistics, perform repairs & retrofits, and support additional vehicle testing as needed

Job Requirements

Proficiency with Python, C/C++, and/or MATLAB
Experience with software & hardware troubleshooting, ADAS testing, vehicle road testing, and/or development on DAS systems
Experience with data-logging & analysis using data acquisition systems, CAN hardware, etc.
Outstanding attention to detail and highly observational; ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment, multitask, and coordinate multiple program & executive priorities in parallel
Ability to interpret regulations and test procedures in collaboration with different teams and ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and third parties
Must be comfortable driving prototype vehicles during testing that may lack safety features; valid driver's license required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent experience or proof of exceptional skills in related field
Experience developing tooling with microcontrollers is a plus
Motorsports background and/or hobbies relating to driving is a plus
This is a safety-sensitive position, subject to drug testing in accordance with Tesla policy and applicable law

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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