Internship, System Software Engineer, Graphics (Winter/Spring 2026)
Tesla
Internship, System Software Engineer, Graphics (Winter/Spring 2026)
Job Description
Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.Location: Palo Alto, CAAbout the TeamAs a member of the system software team, you will be responsible for delivering high quality embedded code enhancing the touch input experience on the Tesla infotainment system. Join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable software platform using cutting-edge software development tools and practices. You will solve some of the most challenging problems in the system software space and change the way the world produces electric vehicles and delivers energy.
Locations
- PALO ALTO, California, United States
Salary
Salary not disclosed
Estimated Salary Rangehigh confidence
60,000 - 80,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Experience with C/C++ languages and Linux environmentintermediate
- Proficient in independently navigating and analyzing source code across diverse languagesintermediate
- Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainabilityintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field with a graduation date between 2026 – 2027 (degree in computer engineering)
- Experience with C/C++ languages and Linux environment (experience)
- Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new languages, frameworks, tools, and technologies without limitations (experience)
- Proficient in independently navigating and analyzing source code across diverse languages to answer complex technical questions (experience)
- Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability (experience)
- Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts (experience)
Responsibilities
- Improve 3D graphics performance across the stack, ensuring a responsive and seamless infotainment user experience
- Integrate tooling to identify optimization opportunities in our system
- Deliver high-quality code and configurations in an embedded Linux software and build environment
- Identify and improve existing systems incrementally while maximizing impact and return on investment
Benefits
- general: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- general: Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- general: Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
- general: Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
- general: Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- general: 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- general: Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
- general: Employee Assistance Program
- general: Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays
- general: Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- general: Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- general: Commuter benefits
- general: Employee discounts and perks program
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Internship, System Software Engineer, Graphics (Winter/Spring 2026)
Tesla
Internship, System Software Engineer, Graphics (Winter/Spring 2026)
Job Description
Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.Location: Palo Alto, CAAbout the TeamAs a member of the system software team, you will be responsible for delivering high quality embedded code enhancing the touch input experience on the Tesla infotainment system. Join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable software platform using cutting-edge software development tools and practices. You will solve some of the most challenging problems in the system software space and change the way the world produces electric vehicles and delivers energy.
Locations
- PALO ALTO, California, United States
Salary
Salary not disclosed
Estimated Salary Rangehigh confidence
60,000 - 80,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Experience with C/C++ languages and Linux environmentintermediate
- Proficient in independently navigating and analyzing source code across diverse languagesintermediate
- Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainabilityintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field with a graduation date between 2026 – 2027 (degree in computer engineering)
- Experience with C/C++ languages and Linux environment (experience)
- Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new languages, frameworks, tools, and technologies without limitations (experience)
- Proficient in independently navigating and analyzing source code across diverse languages to answer complex technical questions (experience)
- Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability (experience)
- Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts (experience)
Responsibilities
- Improve 3D graphics performance across the stack, ensuring a responsive and seamless infotainment user experience
- Integrate tooling to identify optimization opportunities in our system
- Deliver high-quality code and configurations in an embedded Linux software and build environment
- Identify and improve existing systems incrementally while maximizing impact and return on investment
Benefits
- general: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- general: Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- general: Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
- general: Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
- general: Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- general: 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- general: Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
- general: Employee Assistance Program
- general: Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays
- general: Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- general: Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- general: Commuter benefits
- general: Employee discounts and perks program
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