Staff Software Engineer, Factory Software

Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Staff 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, superchargers, and energy storage solutions as well as our next generation of products. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable enterprise systems, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and experience with technical design are essential.

Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world manufacturing challenges
Lead end-to-end projects, from gathering requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment
Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of excellence in software craftsmanship
Prioritize robust, production-critical systems with strong validation, monitoring, and support mechanisms
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain
Participate in on-call rotations (no more than once every two months)
Direct interaction and communication with stakeholders to gather and define requirements, scope and implementation

Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience (8+ years preferred)
Minimum 1-year of recent experience with Go
Proven experience implementing large-scale projects in languages like Go, Java, C++, Rust, or similar
Very strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security
Comfortable with frontend technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Svelte) for full-stack integration (1-2 years of recent experience)
Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives from concept to production

Compensation & Benefits:
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