Simulation Scenario Engineer, Autopilot Simulation

Key Skills

Agile methodologies, C++, Design, Effective communication skills, Post silicon validation, Python Programming, Software Development, User support and Troubleshooting

Job Description

What to Expect

As a Simulation Scenario Engineer for the Autopilot Simulation team, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining the Autopilot validation process on the path to full self-driving. You will work very closely with the team to drive validation of new and existing features and you will be responsible for creating test scenarios, and building scenario creation, and scenario reporting tools that streamline this process. Additionally, you will help the Simulation team provide high reliability and scalability through testing and automation. 

The Autopilot Simulation team's goal is to recreate the real world to provide a comprehensive playground for Autopilot. The team builds a robust and accurate simulation with physics, photorealistic rendering, and intelligent actors to allow thorough testing and accelerated development. 

What You’ll Do

Develop software and tools to engineer and author high-value Simulation Scenarios. 

Develop methodologies and tools to ensure high reliability of the simulator. 

Perform functional, stress, integration, and performance tests on multiple levels within the system including vehicle software simulation, hardware-in-the-loop automation. 

Develop tooling/automation to improve the effieciency of validating the simulator. 

Identify effective test strategies for new/existing features and craft test plans accordingly 

Analyze issues detected during our tests or reported by others and work closely with simulation/autopilot developers to fix issues and validate software changes

Find software bugs through manual testing, automated scripting, and report investigation.

What You’ll Bring

• BS in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or proof of exceptional skills in related fields, with practical software engineering experience.
• 3+ years Software Development experience, preferably in video game gameplay systems or closed-loop evaluation systems. 
• 2+ years of Automated scripting experience.
• Strong Python and C++ Skills. 
• Experience troubleshooting on both software and hardware level.
• Demonstrable experience solving difficult QA problems (scalability, reliability, reporting, parallelization, etc).
• Experience in designing automation frameworks and developing test automation software.
• Excellent communication skills and very detail oriented.
• Passionate about Tesla’s mission. 

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

$104,000 - $348,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.