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# Test Engineer, Self-Driving

- **Company:** Tesla Motors
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $109,600.0 - $195,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Data Logging, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86918777/1

## About the Role

* Proficiency with Python, C/C++, and/or MATLAB
 * Experience with software & hardware troubleshooting, ADAS testing, vehicle road testing, and/or development on DAS systems
 * Experience with data-logging & analysis using data acquisition systems, CAN hardware, etc.
 * Outstanding attention to detail and highly observational; ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment, multitask, and coordinate multiple program & executive priorities in parallel
 * Ability to interpret regulations and test procedures in collaboration with different teams and ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and third parties
 * Must be comfortable driving prototype vehicles during testing that may lack safety features; valid driver's license required
 * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent experience or proof of exceptional skills in related field
 * Experience developing tooling with microcontrollers is a plus
 * Motorsports background and/or hobbies relating to driving is a plus
 * This is a safety-sensitive position, subject to drug testing in accordance with Tesla policy and applicable law

## Description

Rapid Full-Self-Driving (FSD) development relies heavily on our coordinated ability to test its progress within both the most mundane and extreme scenarios. Vehicle-level tests enable the identification of critical safety & performance issues, ultimately opening the door for optimized design iterations and an enhanced driver/passenger experience altogether - this Test Engineer, Self-Driving position will play a role in actualizing this reality. With the productionization of Robotaxi just around the corner, there has never been a more pivotal time to join this team.

This is a full-time position which requires someone who is highly organized, confident in their high-performance driving ability, objectively-focused when making judgements, and poised in managing dynamic projects amongst a fluid schedule. The role is based in Bay Area, CA but also requires flexibility in traveling to various domestic & international destinations for vehicle testing on public roads, tracks, and proving grounds.
What You'll Do

 * Generate new test strategies to evaluate Full Self Driving
 * Perform controlled vehicle testing across global proving grounds using precision instrumentation, robotic platforms, and other test equipment
 * Develop test fixtures and software tooling for efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting
 * Use in-house simulation infrastructure to expand test coverage
 * Analyze issues found during testing, partnering closely with developers on the Tesla AI and Vehicle Firmware teams to formulate judgement criteria, implement resolutions, and validate software changes
 * Perform testing for existing and upcoming regulatory and ratings protocols, working with external agencies to make sure requirements are being satisifed
 * Maintain test vehicles, coordinate logistics, perform repairs & retrofits, and support additional vehicle testing as needed