Sr. Software Engineer, Contract Lifecycle Management

Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Software Engineer with expertise in backend service development and hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies to join our small, high-performing team. You’ll build scalable software systems that support contract generation and contract lifecycle management for suppliers, customers, employees, and candidates. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable services, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals are required, along with prior experience in AI/ML technologies such as semantic searches, vector embeddings, LLMs, Agents, and RAG. Familiarity with UI languages is a plus, and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world contract processing challenges
Develop workflows that leverage AI to improve operations
Implement and integrate semantic search techniques and vector embeddings to enhance system capabilities, champion their usage to ease developer cognitive load, and embed them into workflows to improve operational efficiency as part of real business requirements
Contribute to system architecture and design, especially where AI, automation and operational scale intersect
Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of excellence in software craftsmanship
Prioritize robust, production-critical systems with strong validation, monitoring, and support mechanisms
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure solutions align with system design, operational needs and end-user impact
Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in the software engineering industry to identify new opportunities and drive innovation

Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related or equivalent experience
Minimum 4 years of professional experience
Experience with large language models, AI agents, prompt engineering, and AI platforms (e.g. OpenAI, HuggingFace, LangChain, LlamaIndex, etc.)
Mastery of object-oriented programming principles (any language: C#, Java, Python, C++, etc.)
Proficient in building RESTful services (any OOP backend: .NET Core, Spring Boot, Django, etc.)
Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging
Proficient in backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, vector databases
Familiarity with projects in front end technologies like React, Angular, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, or similar
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

Expected Compensation
$168,000 - $300,000/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.