Software Engineer, People Products
Tesla
Palo Alto, California Posted October 26, 2026
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Job Description
Description:
We’re hiring a driven Software Engineer to design and build end-to-end applications for the People organization at Tesla. This role would collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, improving functionality through ongoing user testing and development. The ideal candidate will possess the curiosity to solve difficult problems and the talent to bring solutions to reality. As a key member of our team, this person will take charge of the entire application development process, focusing on designing architecture, writing reliable code, enhancing existing functionality, and delivering new features.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to transform ambiguous problem statements into clear objectives, developing applications to drive improvements for internal processes
Design, code, deliver, and maintain web experiences end-to-end
Optimize code for performance, stability, and maintainability
Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related or equivalent experience
Experience with a statically typed language such as Golang or a dynamically typed language such as Python
Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript/React or other frontend frameworks
Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science concepts, good at solving complex technical problems
Experience using common design patterns; high standards for code quality, maintainability, and performance
Experience creating, maintaining, and shipping web applications is preferred
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
$140,000 - $210,000/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.
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