Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Air Suspension & Adaptive Damping

As a member of the Chassis Systems Software team, you will participate in the development of high-quality embedded software for the Tesla air suspension and adaptive damping system that enhances the vehicle ride comfort, handling, and off-roading capabilities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop reliable and maintainable code to ensure seamless integration with production and service. A passion for innovation, coupled with strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time development, and automotive control strategies, is essential for individuals aiming to excel within our dynamic team. What You'll Do Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems Design the software architecture and firmware implementation on hardware through integration and testing Work with Vehicle Dynamics Engineers to ensure sensing, actuation, and controls implementation can deliver the desired vehicle dynamics attributes Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization Develop unit and component level tests to ensure proper functionality Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements What You'll Bring Pursing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Systems, or a related field with a graduation date between December 2025 – Decmeber 2026 Proficiency in C, comprehension of Python Fluent in software fundamentals, including software design and maintainability Experience with real-time operating system development Experience with embedded microprocessor tools Experience with testing, debugging, and working directly with hardware Experience with controls software and algorithm development Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

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