Tesla · 1 week ago
Functional Safety Engineer, AI Platform Integration
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$132K/yr - $390K/yrTesla is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer to design and develop safety-critical systems for AI-driven technologies. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability in innovative AI applications, particularly in autonomous driving and vehicle safety systems.
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Responsibilities
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to define integration strategies, evaluate architectural trade-offs, and ensure AI platform designs meet functional safety objectives across compute, sensing, and actuation layers
Lead functional safety activities such as Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments (HARAs), Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEAs), and Technical Safety Requirements definition using internal and industry-standard tools to ensure high system reliability and performance
Leverage simulation, SIL/HIL testing, and fleet data to validate safety assumptions and monitor real-world performance of AI-driven systems
Implement safety-critical software as needed to meet requirements in system architecture, with a focus on monitoring, fault detection, and safety code for AI integration
Ensure follow-through on design and integration aspects across various teams, establishing milestones from concept to deployment (e.g., simulation testing, engineering validation, and production readiness)
Shape the safety concept validation plan to ensure high-quality test cases for AI systems, both in-vehicle and in simulation environments
Qualification
Required
Experience designing safety-critical systems, preferably in AI or autonomous systems contexts
First-hand experience with automotive safety standards (such as ISO 26262) and relevant tools, including Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Deep technical expertise in any of the following: AI system integration, embedded systems, real-time software development, or vehicle control systems
Experience with testing and validating safety-critical software, particularly in AI or machine learning applications
Familiarity with communication protocols and tools such as CAN
Preferred
Proficiency in software development for AI systems is preferred (e.g., machine learning frameworks or real-time processing)
Proficiency in C++, Python, or similar programming languages is preferred
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
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Chief Financial Officer
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