Sr. System Validation Engineer, Vehicle Computer Hardware System Validation

What to Expect Join Tesla's Vehicle Engineering team to validate our next-generation computing platforms that power Infotainment, Autopilot, Optimus, and Data Center. You will own the end-to-end validation lifecycle-from planning and infrastructure to execution and debug-ensuring our computers meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and functional correctness.

What You'll Do

Support BIOS development during new product bring-up

Continuously analyze and enhance firmware / software robustness for FVT

Conduct failure analysis on contract manufacturer and field-return units

Develop comprehensive validation plans, tools, and infrastructure for Tesla's custom SoCs and platform designs

Lead system bring-up, debug complex system-level issues, and perform root-cause analysis on hardware bugs and field returns

Participate in hardware design and schematic reviews to influence validation strategy early in the design cycle

Build automated test frameworks (Python / Bash) to execute large-scale system-level regression suites

Instrument and analyze system behavior using logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and JTAG / debug tools

Define and track validation metrics (functional coverage, code coverage, bug escape rate)

What You'll Bring

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

Strong proficiency in the C programming language

Expertise in BIOS and embedded software development

Proven experience in computer bring-up and debugging

Hands-on experience with Linux OS, Bash scripting, and CI tools (e.g., Jenkins, Buildroot, SCons)

Working knowledge of DDR memory technologies (LPDDR4 / 5, GDDR6, etc.) and high-speed IO protocols

Experience with lab equipment such as logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and oscilloscopes

Knowledge of ARM or x86 System-on-Chip architectures and debug tools using JTAG interfaces

Ability to read and interpret electronic circuit schematics; understanding of product security controls is a plus

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

Expected Compensation $120,000 - $228,000 / 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.