IP Characterization Engineer, AI Hardware

paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Mar 11, 2026 What to Expect

The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced AI chips tailored to accelerate Tesla's machine learning capabilities. Their work powers the neural networks behind Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in AI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life.

Candidate in this role will have ownership of productizing High-Speed IO, Mixed Signal IP's - ensuring testability, evaluating silicon, optimizing yield/performance & feedback to design.

We are open to hiring in Austin, TX; Palo Alto, CA. What You'll Do

• Set up test plans for High-Speed IO and Mixed Signal IP's in the SOC
• Work with design to ensure relevant IP testability hooks are implemented
• Define IP related test hardware design specifications for wafer probe and final test
• NPI development of different tests including loopbacks, analog parametric tests
• Own production test content, limits to ensure IP functionality, performance & yield
• Establish calibration/trim routines, correlate system effectiveness

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or or releated fields, or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of related experience in characterization of High-Speed IO PHYs such as DDR, PCIE, SerDes, UFS
• 5-10 years of related experience in characterization of Mixed Signal IPs such as PLL, Temp Sensor, Voltage/Droop detector
• Experience in silicon data processing, statistical analysis, scripting for automation
• Experience in correlating IP parametric data between ATE & bench/system
• Hands on experience of Advantest/Teradyne ATE platforms is a bonus

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 $160,000 - $312,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits