Sr. Audio Validation Engineer

Tesla seeks to change the world by accelerating the transition to sustainable energy, and you can be a part of that mission by ensuring that the audio experience in a Tesla vehicle is second to none.You will have the opportunity to make substantial impact on the product with the goal ofcontinuously improving our audio quality, working with developers to bring new audio hardware to Tesla products in a fast-paced development and manufacturing environment. This is an opportunity to apply a passion for audio perfection and gain cross functional skills in software, hardware, and manufacturing to root-cause issues, and establish efficient procedures and processes to validate audio designs.What to ExpectTesla seeks to change the world by accelerating the transition to sustainable energy, and you can be a part of that mission by ensuring that the audio experience in a Tesla vehicle is second to none.You will have the opportunity to make substantial impact on the product with the goal ofcontinuously improving our audio quality, working with developers to bring new audio hardware to Tesla products in a fast-paced development and manufacturing environment. This is an opportunity to apply a passion for audio perfection and gain cross functional skills in software, hardware, and manufacturing to root-cause issues, and establish efficient procedures and processes to validate audio designs.What You'll DoDevelop and execute objective and subjective evaluations of audio components and systemsTransducer characterization and validation of designsConduct acoustic measurements and data collection for vehicle audio applicationsBuild test setups for audio hardware, interfacing with the device under test via digital, analog, and acoustic I/OGenerate clear test reports from the investigationsDevelop protocols for evaluating and validating DSP algorithms, audio software, and hardwareWork closely with developers to investigate, define, and iterate improvementsTriage and root cause audio issues, providing actionable details to developersBlack box testing of acoustic/audio related features of the vehicle for software/hardware developmentManual validation of audio functions in the car including voice capture and media playback for software and hardware milestonesWhat You'll BringExperience using instruments such as Klippel and Audio Precision or SoundCheckExperience with acoustic measurement instruments, processes, tradeoffs and relevant pitfallsHands-on experience with acoustic measurements, microphone types, and acoustic metricsAbility to hear analog and digital audio artifacts, identify and localize physical acoustic defectsHighly detail oriented and well organizedMust possess a perpetual drive for perfection in audio qualityFlexibility to learn and use the best available software tools and infrastructureValid driver's license requiredCompensation and Benefits BenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $104,000 - $204,000/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.Helping all candidates find great careers is our goal. The information you provide here is secure and confidential.We are now directing you to the original job posting. Please apply directly for this job at the employer’s website. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17