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Software Validation Engineer, Steering, Chassis Systems

Tesla Motors, Inc.
120,000 - 396,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Feb 03, 2026
What to Expect The Steering Software team is looking for an experienced Validation Engineer to develop and execute test cases, bring-up and maintain Hardware in the Loop (HIL) testers and validate new steering features and functions. This role is crucial to releasing high-quality software to our existing customers and new product development. Creating, maintaining, and scaling highly efficient and effective validation systems gives us more confidence in our releases and changes. The Steering Software team is responsible for steering controls, ranging from low-level embedded drivers to high-level application logic. Come join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable embedded systems using cutting-edge software development tools and practices. You will solve some of the most ambiguous and challenging problems in the embedded software space and change how the world produces electric vehicles. What You'll Do Develop and execute automated regression test suites for the steering components and system firmware Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to design and build full system HIL testers from scratch Continuously analyze and improve regression test suite coverage Own the validation release process for customer releases, including test strategy scoping, test execution, and sign-off Create and execute board-level test plans to expose weaknesses or faults in the steering controllers Create and develop HIL test cases to enable reliable and efficient validation What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degreein Computer Science, Electrical Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent experience Excellent proficiency in Python and C Scripting skills in other common languages are a plus (Shell, Bash) Knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integration Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with the team Knowledge and experience with automation and building tools are a plus (Jenkins, Docker, SCons) Experience with Rust programming language is a plus Previous experience in auto-industry or validating highly complex and safety-critical embedded systems is a plus Ability to read and review electronic circuit schematics 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 $120,000 - $396,000/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.