Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Intern - SI Platforms

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Internship · Spring 2027Palo Alto, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

The candidate must be currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field of study, with a graduation date between May 2027 and December 2027.
Strong C and C++ programming skills are required.
Experience working with and writing software for embedded Linux systems is required.
Experience working and debugging complex, distributed software systems is required.
The candidate must be comfortable analyzing data to improve system design and performance.
The candidate must understand hardware and software development processes.

Responsibilities

Bring up real-time operating systems on the next generation of embedded systems for Tesla autonomy.
Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment.
Develop and maintain Linux device drivers for SI interface hardware accelerators, camera capture, image signal processors, graphics processing units, Ethernet, UFS, and PCIe.
Define hardware-software interactions for the next-generation autonomous car platform, humanoid robot, and expanding AI inference use cases.
Develop and bring up the system software stack that runs on the SI platform and interacts with sensors in the car and robot.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with software or kernel development is preferred.
Experience with Python, Perl, or Bash scripting is a plus.
Experience with Ethernet or CAN communication protocols is preferred.

Category	Tesla SI
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	282331
Type	Intern/Apprentice

Job Description

Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through Spring term (ending approximately May 2027) or continuing into Summer 2027 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships. International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. Internship Program at Tesla The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.

Job Responsibilities

Bring up RTOS (Real Time Operating Systems) on the next generation of embedded systems for Tesla autonomy
Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment
Develop and maintain Linux device drivers for SI interface hardware accelerators, camera capture, ISP (Image Signal Processors), GPU, Ethernet, UFS, and PCIE
Define the hardware, software interactions for our next generation fully autonomous car platform, Humanoid Robot, and the expanding AI inference use-cases 
Develop and bring-up the system software stack that runs on the SI platform and interacts with various sensors in the car and robot

Job Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2027 – December 2027
Strong C/C++ programming skills
Experience working with and writing softwarefor embedded Linux systems; experience with software/kernel preferred
Experience in Python/Perl/Bash Scripting is a plus
Experience working and debugging complex, distributed software systems
Comfortable analyzing data to improve design and performance of a system
Understanding of hardware and software development processes
Experience with Ethernet or CAN communication protocols is preferred

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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