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Software Engineer, Firmware Platforms, Vehicle Software

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$140,000 - $300,000 a year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
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Job description

As a member of the Firmware Platforms team at Tesla, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality embedded code for the processors in Tesla products. This role involves solving challenging problems in embedded software and contributing to the development of systems that enable Over-The-Air updates. You will work with a team of engineers focused on building robust and reliable embedded systems using advanced software development tools. Your contributions will play a crucial role in transforming the electric vehicle and energy sectors.

Requirements

  • Experience in embedded development in robotics, real-time controls, or system software.
  • Proficiency in C programming language.
  • Fluency in software fundamentals including software design for maintainability.
  • Experience with embedded microprocessor toolchains and debuggers.
  • Knowledge of controls software and algorithm development.
  • Familiarity with test-driven development and automated testing.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts.
  • Understanding of physics and basic electronics principles is preferred.
  • Experience with at least one assembly language is preferred.
  • Familiarity with static analysis, fuzzing, or other advanced testing/verification tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment.
  • Specify, design, and implement new functionality for embedded subsystems.
  • Design the software architecture and firmware implementation through integration, testing, and high-volume manufacturing.
  • Conduct hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging, and code optimization.
  • Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements.

Benefits

  • Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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