Camera Systems Engineer

About the role

• Camera Systems Engineer | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)
• Location: PALO ALTO, California | Req ID: 284831 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

We are looking for a Camera Systems Engineer to join the Camera Hardware Engineering team. The candidate will manage a diverse set of responsibilities ranging from simulation and modeling to mechanical design and integration.

The ideal candidate will primarily work on the development and ownership of image simulation pipelines from first principles, modeling all aspects of the camera system such as lens, opto-mechanics, sensor, ISP etc. The candidate will also design and develop tests and test fixtures for validating these pipelines in the lab.

The camera hardware engineering team manages the full development lifecycle of camera systems for Tesla’s vehicle and robotics platforms.

What You'll Do

• Develop radiometrically accurate image simulation pipelines
• Work cross functionally to develop high fidelity models of all aspects of the camera system such lenses, opto-mechanics, sensors and ISP etc.
• Write and maintain efficient simulation tooling to rapidly iterate on new architecture studies and root cause field issues
• Define and maintain test specifications and validate simulation pipelines in the lab with real hardware

What You'll Bring

• Strong knowledge of imaging system fundamentals and radiometry with a clear understanding of how to go from photons to images
• Strong coding experience in MATLAB and/or Python
• Experience with optical system analysis using lens design tools such as Zemax, CODE V etc. including tolerance analysis, macro development and analysis automation
• Experience with optical testing equipment such as Triopitcs ImageMaster HR or equivalent
• Strong technical leadership skills, ability to drive equipment vendors and a go-getter attitude where anything that does not violate physics is possible
• Strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$100,000 - $390,000/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.