Cellular Systems & Carrier Engineer, Wireless

Description:
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Cellular Systems & Carrier Engineer to join our Wireless Connectivity team. In this role, you'll take ownership of the architecture, design, and validation of LTE/5G-based solutions for telematics systems, ensuring robust connectivity that powers autonomy and seamless Robotaxi operations. The position demands strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, cellular carriers, and external suppliers to build effective carrier relations, address interoperability challenges, and drive market expansion initiatives. You will thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines, driving high-quality results under pressure.

Responsibilities:
Develop comprehensive testing frameworks and methodologies for Tesla's cellular protocol stack across platforms including Cybercab, ensuring seamless integration with cellular network implementations from various carriers
Collaborate with carriers and network operators to address specific requirements, interoperability issues, resolve carrier-specific challenges, and support market expansion initiatives for Robotaxi deployments
Investigate and mitigate network-related issues reported from fleet telemetry, customer feedback, or field deployments, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to enhance connectivity reliability for autonomy
Design and implement KPIs and metrics to measure product/network performance, user experience, and service quality, using data-driven insights to drive optimizations and inform product improvements
Analyze telemetry and deployment data to identify fleet-wide trends, potential bottlenecks, and opportunities for better carrier partnerships and network efficiency
Drive continuous improvement in best practices, fostering collaborations with internal and external teams to deliver high-quality, scalable connectivity solutions
Lead and manage key tasks to completion, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products with meticulous attention to detail

Requirements:
Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with a focus on Wireless Communication, Networking, or equivalent experience
4+ years of experience in the Cellular industry, with a strong emphasis on cellular deployment strategies, carrier relations, and interoperability testing
Deep expertise in cellular technologies (5G, LTE, UMTS, CDMA, and GSM) with strong system-level understanding of end-to-end network architecture
Proven track record in resolving interoperability issues with carriers and addressing carrier-related challenges such as spectrum/resource allocation, and service level agreements
Experience with field trials, IoT, IODT, or related testing environments
Solid understanding of networking concepts (Ethernet, TCP/IP, etc.)
Proficiency in building data visualization dashboards using Splunk, Grafana or other query languages
Experience with cellular test equipment (e.g., R&S CMW 500, Anritsu) and familiarity with field trials, IOT (Inter-Operability Testing), carrier certification processes
Experience in Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including continuous integration and code maintainability
Familiarity with embedded interfaces (e.g., UART, I2C, I2S, SPI, CAN, PCIe) and experience with scripting languages such as Python, C, C++ is a plus