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Professional Driver, Vehicle Attributes

Tesla Motors, Inc.
80,000 - 204,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Dec 22, 2025
What to Expect As the lead development driver, you will spearhead on-track performance by providing expert evaluations to guide both chassis development and controls calibration development of all systems including traction control, stability control, torque vectoring, ABS & EBD, and active aero systems. What You'll Do Collaborate with the Vehicle Dynamics Team to develop hardware and firmware controls for road and track conditions Deliver detailed evaluations of vehicle behaviors in areas such as tires, aerodynamics, traction control, ABS, stability control, torque vectoring, suspension, and steering Document and report feedback during and after testing events to inform development processes Contribute to the creation of control strategies for existing and new active systems impacting vehicle performance Assist with event preparation and planning to ensure smooth execution of testing activities Support the HMI roadmap development for high-performance vehicles by providing driver input Provide cross-functional support by serving as a high-performance driver for testing needs in other teams What You'll Bring Proven track record of 5+ years in professional driving with a minimum FIA Gold License or higher Minimum 3+ years of experience working with an OEM in automotive controls development Nurburgring experience through OEM tuning or endurance racing Extensive track experience in the USA and EU Direct hands-on experience evaluating systems such as traction control, vehicle dynamics control, ABS, brake steer, rear-wheel steer, all-wheel drive, torque vectoring, electronic limited-slip differential, active front steering, and active aero Expertise in subjective vehicle performance evaluation below and above the adhesion limit Proficiency in subjective vehicle performance evaluation at very high speeds Compensation and Benefits 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) 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 - $204,000/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.