Technical Program Manager, AI Data Center, Digital Optimus

Tesla

Palo Alto, California Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
Program Managers within the AI Datacenter team work side by side with cross-functional teams to support the development and scaling of our AI Datacenter hardware. Teams include design (electrical, mechanical & firmware), supply chain and manufacturing, to name a few. They will lead complex programs with limited up front guidance. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in engineering design and experience with program management. Must be a self-starter and able to figure out how to do things.

Responsibilities:
Maintain a strong grasp of AI workloads, compute/storage/network requirements, and datacenter architecture to facilitate informed decision-making
Ensure program goals, scope, and requirements are clearly defined by stakeholders, documented, and approved by stakeholders
Create program roadmaps and detailed timeline outlining milestones, critical paths, and deliverables
Lead engineering, hardware, networking, operations, and procurement teams to deliver infrastructure programs on time and within budget
Manage scope and schedule changes to minimize impact on overall objectives
Manage and track engineering sample demand and supply, coordinating with the supply chain and others to meet engineering needs
Maintain open communication with all stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are understood and managed
Monitor program progress and provide regular updates on status, including key performance metrics, challenges, and escalations
Track and manage potential risks with mitigation and contingency plans to minimize program impact

Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Equivalent Experience
5+ years experience in product development, ideally with product shipping experience in medium-to-high volume industry
Flexibility to work long hours and weekends when required
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail

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

Expected Compensation
$96,800 - $217,200/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.

Required Skills
cross-functional collaboration supply chain manufacturing project management decision making roadmapping procurement communication escalation management electrical engineering attention to detail compensation
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