Sr. Firmware Engineer, Cell Qualification

What to Expect

Tesla is pushing the boundaries of what a battery is capable of. We are looking for an engineer that will optimize both cell performance and lifetime. This role owns the cell testing and data analysis to support the battery management system which impacts the performance and reliability of all Tesla electric vehicles and energy products.

In this role, you will manage the development and implementation of cell characterization tests needed to enable robust control strategies for cells of different chemistries. You will collaborate closely with the firmware and controls teams to set the limits for cell usage. You will identify and develop new cell testing schedules and techniques required to validate performance and lifetime across different cell chemistries and use cases.

What You'll Do

• Develop new cell test protocols to enable next-generation cell control strategies in products
• Analyze test results to provide the cell limits that optimize performance and reliability
• Own cell-level test specifications and test plans to characterize cell properties needed for cell control algorithms
• Coordinate cell tests by allocating resources to help manage the release of new cell parameter-sets into products
• Own the workflow for validation testing required to release new firmware

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent experience
• Prior battery related industry experience is a plus
• Knowledge of how lithium batteries work
• Familiar with implementing battery control algorithms
• Experience with battery testing
• Prior programming experience in a high-level programming language such as Python or MATLAB

Benefits

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

• 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

Expected Compensation

$130,400 - $195,600/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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.