Tesla · 3 months ago
Sensing Software Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $300K/yrTesla is seeking a Sensing Software Engineer to join their Sensing Software Team, focusing on developing state-of-the-art computer vision algorithms. The role involves collaborating with hardware and firmware engineers to create efficient, integrated features and contributing to production-level software on Tesla platforms.
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Responsibilities
Development of new computer vision algorithms for sensing applications
Write python and C++ code to develop algorithms, analyze data and generate visualizations
Work with hardware engineers and firmware engineers to develop efficient, and tightly integrated features
Contribute to production level software on Tesla platforms to enable various features
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in a relevant engineering program such as Computer Science or Engineering, or other majors with strong relevant experiences such as ADAS, robotics, signal processing etc. or equivalent experience
Strong python programming skills, familiarity with pyTorch; proficient with C++ programming and have experiences of large C++ projects
Familiarity with classical machine learning algorithms; familiarity with state-of-the-art deep learning algorithms including CNN, Transformers etc
Prior experiences with computer vision related real world projects; experiences with training and deployment of deep neural networks
Demonstration of good understanding of software fundamentals including software design, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainability
Strong fundamentals, critical thinking, results-driven, product-oriented mindset, self-driven, good communication skills and great learning capabilities
Preferred
Experience with state-of-the-art models, such as detection models, depth models, human mesh models etc
Hands-on experience with developing an integrated system of hardware and software
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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Chief Financial Officer
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