Sr. Software Engineer, Factory Software

What to Expect

We are seeking a highly motivated Sr Software Engineer with expertise in server-side and backend development to join our small, high-performing team. You'll build scalable software systems that power the manufacturing of innovative products like vehicles, robots, superchargers, and energy storage solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable manufacturing systems, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and experience with technical feedback are essential. 

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world challenges
• Developing new features for business requirements in applications used in our factories globally
• Checking with the product team to ensure all business requirements are captured thoroughly
• Lead end-to-end projects, from gathering requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment

What You’ll Bring

• Familiarity with coding languages such as Go, Python or Java
• Understanding about database technologies such as MySQL and Postgres and also message brokers such as Kafka
• Very strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security
• Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging

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:

• 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