GNSS RF Systems Engineer, Sensing Software

What to Expect

The Tesla Sensing Team is looking for a Systems Engineer ing lead with specific expertise in RF GNSS based navigation systems. The candidate will be responsible for creating performance and quality metrics related to GNSS receiver performance and applying these metrics to a fleet of vehicles and robots worldwide. The candidate will be responsible for developing requirements for future GNSS systems based on cross-functional alignment and for validating that the performance requirements are met or exceeded for future systems.

The candidate should have a strong background in developing or integrating practical GNSS systems along with a deep theoretical understanding of GNSS and navigation system s as a whole. A successful candidate should have a strong background in using and developing Python codebases, with an emphasis on developing and using data analysis and collection tools.

An integral portion of this role is to support and lead debugging efforts related to GNSS systems. The candidate must be willing to extract useful information from log files, telemetry services, and auxiliary sources of data to identify and help fix complex failure modes. Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding modern C++ code is a preferred qualification to assist in this debugging.

The candidate will be responsible for managing the relationship with 3rd party suppliers related to GNSS specific hardware and software. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for driving internal line trials and tests of new components or architecture to validate the performance of the GNSS system.

• Develop and implement performance metrics for GNSS receivers relative to autonomous vehicles and robots
• Lead cross-functional activities to capture future system performance requirements for GNSS systems
• Lead debugging and triage efforts to identify and fix problems as discovered in the field
• Work with the Global Supply Chain team to handle supply chain disruptions, replacement parts, or multiple source requirements
• Define and drive the validation of GNSS on newly introduced platforms. Ensure quality of performance before release to customers
• Interface with 3rd party vendors and suppliers. Drive the suppliers to meet Tesla's performance and timeline targets

• 2-3 years of experience specifically working with GNSS (satellite navigation systems) systems
• Strong RF systems knowledge as it pertains to GNSS antennas, receivers and overall link design requirements to optimize the overall end-to-end performance
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of development experience in Python for scientific/mathematical problem solving as well as testing and data analysis
• Excellent written and communications skills

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)
• 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

$111,200 - $246,720/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.