Display Firmware Engineer

Description:
The Displays team is seeking a Display Firmware Engineer to support the development and qualification of display module for Tesla’s vehicle systems. This role will involve working on display module development at the component, design and system levels. The individual will act as a focal point of contact between the design studio, software team, system architecture team, global supply management team, quality team, reliability team, factory, and display suppliers, managing all activities required to deliver displays from initial concept to production in Tesla vehicles.

Responsibilities:
Develop firmware for LCD/OLED applications at system level and component level, including TCON and touch microcontrollers
Develop engineering specifications for display firmware and electronic system; perform testing and review results from display vendors, module vendors, and cross-functional teams at Tesla to ensure performance specifications are met
Develop hardware and software solutions to run display and touch validation testing at scale
Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate off-the-shelf display and touch drivers and develop specifications for custom silicon
Analyze fleet-level data to identify display software-related concerns; debug system-level and component-level failures, identify the root cause and implement improvements
Perform display testing for all features and functions, and review results from display vendors, module vendors, and cross-functional teams at Tesla to ensure performance specifications are met
Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams for design, mechanical engineering, firmware, electrical engineering, touch technology, and other areas of expertise
Identify all open engineering issues and drive suppliers to resolve them promptly, ensuring project timelines are met
Ensure display deliverables are met for engineering builds and initial production ramp-up
Address issues arising from the initial production ramp and field returns related to displays

Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience
Hands on embedded systems experience including prototyping, component selection, communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART) bring-up, PCBA and firmware design, debugging, system validation
Excellent programming skills for embedded software and automation testing, with knowledge of C, C++, Python, Bash, Linux
Experience with reviewing PCB schematics and component datasheets to influence system design
Experience with delivering products from concept to production ramp and post-SOP support
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with excellent project management, communication, and teamwork abilities
Familiar with lab equipment for electrical and embedded systems validation, such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
Familiar with display system and touch performance evaluation, display technologies, display module construction, process development, and display electronics systems
Familiar with touch sensor driving methods and hardware/firmware architecture for touch controller applications

Compensation & Benefits:
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
$100,000 - $282,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.