Software Engineer, Robotaxi & Optimus

Tesla

Palo Alto, California Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Description:
Join a small team of experts to create the next-generation of server-side systems that will power Robotaxi and Optimus. The role is for a hands-on Tech Lead ready to build the technology stack that will scale to millions of users and broad use cases. You will work alongside world-class engineers on some of the newest and most challenging IoT & navigation services in the world.
You will advance the roadmap and operate core systems in our vehicle portfolio. You’ll scale the Tesla robotaxis network and improve infrastructure for vehicles and robots. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to help build and improve a platform that will scale novel functionality to tens of millions of products. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a large impact to the Tesla product roadmap and mission.
The team is open to hiring talented engineers at any level.

Responsibilities:
Design and build scalable, high-availability, mission-critical systems and APIs
Work closely with cross-functional teams in Product, SRE, and Infrastructure to drive roadmaps to completion
Architect solutions with a focus on security, scalability and high-performance
Solve problems using distributed, asynchronous messaging

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, proof of exceptional skills in related fields with practical software engineering experience, or equivalent experience
3+ years of building applications, preferably in a service-oriented architecture
Direct technical contributions in your current role, in code and design
Extensive background in web services and distributed systems development
Expertise in modern web developments frameworks, preferably Golang
Demonstrated success with scalable web applications or messaging systems
Experience leading engineering teams with a history of outstanding accomplishments in architecture and product delivery
Experience with web security is a plus
Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts to a wide audience

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
$172,000 - $312,000/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 roadmapping cross-functional collaboration electrical engineering distributed systems Go collaboration compensation
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