Internship, BMS Embedded Systems Software Engineer, Vehicle Firmware (Winter/Spring 2025)

Tesla is seeking an Embedded Systems Software Engineering Intern for the Battery Management System (BMS) Team for Winter/Spring 2025. This internship offers an opportunity to contribute to high-quality software development for Tesla vehicles. The BMS team focuses on developing software for low-level firmware drivers, implementing algorithms, and designing validation/test infrastructure. The role emphasizes delivering safe, reliable products with high-quality user-facing indicators and optimized customer experience.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Firmware Development:

   • Develop low-level FW drivers for new and existing microcontrollers
   • Design and implement real-time software algorithms for features like state of charge (SOC), state of health (SOH), state of energy (SOE), and power estimation
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements and test plans

2. Validation Infrastructure:

   • Develop scalable software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) infrastructure
   • Enhance battery and hardware models for realistic simulations
   • Design flexible simulation frameworks

Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• Graduation date between April 2025 - December 2026
• Proficiency in C and/or C++, and Python
• Strong software fundamentals
• Experience with large-scale coding projects, real-time systems, embedded microprocessor tools, control systems, and hardware components

The internship is full-time, on-site, and requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks. International students must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site and should consult their school regarding CPT authorization.

Tesla offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), stock purchase plans, and various insurance options. The company is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.