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# Sr. Wireless Linux Kernel Software Engineer

- **Company:** Tesla Motors
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $168,000.0 - $300,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Android Software Development, Bluetooth, Booting (BIOS), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Open Source Technology, PCI Express, Shell Script, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Wi-Fi Technology, Ios Frameworks, Yocto, Information Technology, Wireless Technologies, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17697574?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17697574%2FSr-Wireless-Linux-Kernel-Software-Engineer-California-Palo-Alto

## About the Role

* Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
 * Demonstrate strong hold on any of the Kernel sub-systems (Display/Networking/Camera/IPC etc.)
 * Exceptional programming skills in C/C++, Linux OS, and Python/Shell scripting
 * Hands-on experience in maintaining the Linux kernel and embedded services
 * Experience in porting and patching open-source packages within the Yocto Project environment
 * Experience in bring up of Multi SOC hardware
 * Understanding of various IPC/Networking concepts
 * Familiarity with embedded interfaces (UART, I2C, I2S, SPI, CAN, PCIe, etc.) is a plus
 * Good understanding/Development of any of the AOSP or iOS frameworks
 * Familiar with version control and collaborative development using Git and GitHub

## Description

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Kernel Software Engineer for the Wireless Systems team to help develop best in class telematics solutions. The role involves embedded software design and development of wireless telematics systems across cellular (LTE and 5G), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies for Tesla vehicle platforms (CyberTruck, S, 3, X, Y). The position requires working closely with cross-functional teams as well as external suppliers. This position involves working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with tight timing constraints.
What You'll Do

 * Develop and maintain custom BSP Kernel packages
 * Contribute to overall bring-up of the new hardware
 * Develop tools/applications to simplify the debugging
 * Boot sequence optimizations
 * Development of Multi SOC inter communication mechanisms
 * Ability to work independently and creatively solve challenging design problems


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