Staff Manufacturing Test Engineer, Optimus Production

Tesla Motors, Inc.
195,200 - 292,800 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jul 29, 2025
What to Expect Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Staff Engineer focusing on manufacturing test development. In this role, you will be responsible for developing end-to-end testing solutions and software implementations for Optimus manufacturing testing. Your role in this demanding and fast-paced environment will contribute to the development of a groundbreaking product, aligning with our mission of achieving machine-to-build-machine capability. If you have proven experience in launching new products at high volume, and a track record of leading successful projects, join Tesla to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI robotics. What You'll Do Develop and implement manufacturing test coverage for Optimus general assembly line Collaborate with firmware and hardware teams to develop test coverage, define metrics, align on firmware features and APIs for manufacturing testing implementation Design and develop comprehensive manufacturing test software that may include connectivity tests, functional tests and system level self-test Debug and root-causing issues related to manufacturing testing Develop and maintain scalable and reliable manufacturing testing software for high volume production, minimizing downtime, maintenance and deployment cost through tools such as cloud development Log, store and analyze test data to enable FA and design improvements Early engagement with cross functional development teams to drive DFT requirement Work with internal and external tester development partners on tester design and validation What You'll Bring Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, similar degree, or equivalent experience Experience in high volume manufacturing testing of actuators, sensors, electronics or related electromechanical hardware Experience in hardware test framework such as OpenHTF, pytest, Robot Framework or similar Fluency in Golang, Python and JavaScript Familiar with Unified Diagnostic Services (UDS) Experience in working with Linux OS and Docker Familiarity with protocols such as CAN and EtherCAT Experience with databases for test data storage, such as SQL (e.g. MySQL,Microsoft SQL), NoSQL (e.g. Mongo DB, Elastic search) databases, and column-storedatabase (e.g. Click House) and good knowledge of query optimization Familiarity with data pipeline/data visualization tools such as Telegraf, Kafka, and Grafana Compensation and Benefits Benefits 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 Expected Compensation $195,200 - $292,800/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.