Sr. Software Engineer, Factory Software

Tesla

Fremont, California Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
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.

Responsibilities:
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

Requirements:
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 & 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
$168,000 - $252,000/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.

Required Skills
software development manufacturing collaboration communication testing Python Java MySQL PostgreSQL Kafka SQL CI/CD compensation
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