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Sr. Wireless Linux Kernel Software Engineer

Pay
$168,000 – $300,000 per year
Location
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Listed
28 days ago

About the role

Sr. Wireless Linux Kernel Software Engineer | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: PALO ALTO, California | Req ID: 277931 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Kernel Software Engineer for the Wireless Systems team to help develop best in class telematics solutions. The role involves embedded software design and development of wireless telematics systems across cellular (LTE and 5G), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies for Tesla vehicle platforms (CyberTruck, S, 3, X, Y). The position requires working closely with cross-functional teams as well as external suppliers. This position involves working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with tight timing constraints.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain custom BSP Kernel packages
  • Contribute to overall bring-up of the new hardware
  • Develop tools/applications to simplify the debugging
  • Boot sequence optimizations
  • Development of Multi SOC inter communication mechanisms
  • Ability to work independently and creatively solve challenging design problems

What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrate strong hold on any of the Kernel sub-systems (Display/Networking/Camera/IPC etc.)
  • Exceptional programming skills in C/C++, Linux OS, and Python/Shell scripting
  • Hands-on experience in maintaining the Linux kernel and embedded services
  • Experience in porting and patching open-source packages within the Yocto Project environment
  • Experience in bring up of Multi SOC hardware
  • Understanding of various IPC/Networking concepts
  • Familiarity with embedded interfaces (UART, I2C, I2S, SPI, CAN, PCIe, etc.) is a plus
  • Good understanding/Development of any of the AOSP or iOS frameworks
  • Familiar with version control and collaborative development using Git and GitHub

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$168,000 - $300,000/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.

Read the original posting

From Tesla's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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