IP Characterization Engineer, AI Hardware

What To Expect The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting‑edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced AI chips tailored to accelerate Tesla’s machine learning capabilities. Their work powers the neural networks behind Full Self‑Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in AI‑driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life. Candidate in this role will have ownership of productizing High‑Speed IO, Mixed Signal IP’s – ensuring testability, evaluating silicon, optimizing yield/performance & feedback to design. We are open to hiring in Austin, TX; Palo Alto, CA. What You’ll Do Set up test plans for High-Speed IO and Mixed Signal IP’s in the SOC Work with design to ensure relevant IP testability hooks are implemented Define IP related test hardware design specifications for wafer probe and final test NPI development of different tests including loopbacks, analog parametric tests Own production test content, limits to ensure IP functionality, performance & yield Establish calibration/trim routines, correlate system effectiveness What You’ll Bring Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related fields, or equivalent experience 5-10 years of related experience in characterization of High-Speed IO PHYs such as DDR, PCIE, SerDes, UFS 5-10 years of related experience in characterization of Mixed Signal IPs such as PLL, Temp Sensor, Voltage/Droop detector Experience in silicon data processing, statistical analysis, scripting for automation Experience in correlating IP parametric data between ATE & bench/system Hands on experience of Advantest/Teradyne ATE platforms is a bonus Benefits Compensation and Benefits 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 Expected Compensation $160,000 - $312,000/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. Tesla #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla