Data Engineer, Crash Sensing
Job Category
Engineering & Information Technology
Location
Fremont, California
Req. ID
226743
Job Type
Full-time
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What to Expect What You’ll Bring
The Crash Sensing Team is part of the wider Safety and Restraints Group at Tesla. The group is primarily responsible for optimising the deployment of vehicle restraints (airbags, seatbelts and pedestrian protection devices) in the event of a crash. Collection and analysis of data from crashes which occur in the field in addition to that from standard crash tests is integral to the design of the restraints system. The role of Data Engineer – Crash Sensing is key to the collection and analysis of this real-world crash data, supporting Tesla’s commitment to improving occupant safety and lowering the risk of injury below that achieved by meeting regulatory requirements alone.
What You’ll Do- Assist in the maintenance and expansion of regional databases containing data from crashes, building upon existing Python and Matlab pipeline scripts. Work within regional data privacy regulations
- Root cause and correct any failures in the pipeline; modifying pipeline scripts to accommodate any changes in evolving data sources
- Review real-world crash events
- Perform data analysis, building software tools where required. Analysis topics include but are not limited to injury prediction, crash detection optimization, fleet crash exposure characterization
- Facilitate the provision of data to a variety of stakeholders within the company
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience in analysis of experimental or scientific data
- Knowledge of the design and use of SQL database
- Developing software to perform analyses - Python 3+ and Matlab
- Understanding of vehicle sensors, DSP, kinematics, and ML
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
$80,000 - $258,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.
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)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
$80,000 - $258,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.