Sr. Linux Desktop Engineer, Endpoint Engineering

Description:
This position within the IT Operations team will serve primarily to curate, refine, maintain, and improve workstation standards and related systems for Tesla’s global endpoint fleet. The primary task of this position will be to architect and troubleshoot all endpoint related systems and software, while also assisting with the day-to-day operations for Tesla’s global IT infrastructure to provide for the growth of Tesla’s initiatives. These duties will be performed in compliance with policy guidelines and within timeframes as defined in the team’s SLAs and/or project requirements.

Responsibilities:
Maintain and periodically review Linux client endpoint management platform infrastructure design and operations, architecting and executing necessary changes in accordance with business growth and security requirements
Maintain client management platform availability by use of monitoring tools while proactively responding to operational risks via automated response mechanisms
Engineer, pilot, and implement upgrades and improvements to client device provisioning workflows in a hybrid identity environment
Create and maintain application packages and scripts utilized in client provisioning operations, client fleet deployments, and end user self-service catalogs
Work with security teams to maintain and update client security baselines, automate patch/update schedules, and respond to critical vulnerability threats
Maintain and enforce standardized client fleet hardware and software configurations utilizing automation, scripting, and client management platforms, reviewing regularly to meet evolving business and security needs
Serve as Linux client endpoint subject matter expert and final escalation point for technical support teams
Collaborate with business teams to evaluate, architect, and implement innovative solutions for business-driven initiatives, utilizing a creative, technical, and automated approach, emphasizing tight integrations with existing business systems when possible
Create and maintain documentation pertinent to client management platform design, supporting process workflows, and reference material used by technical support teams

Requirements:
3+ years’ experience in client endpoint engineering
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or the equivalent in experience and evidence to support exceptional ability
Proficient with in-depth technical troubleshooting of Linux client endpoints
Experience packaging software, updates, and patches for Linux client endpoints
Experience implementing and managing platform tools such as Puppet, Ansible, etc
Experience configuring and managing CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Artifactory, etc
Experience automating Linux client endpoint OS deployment workflows
Experience in one or more modern scripting languages (Ex: Python, Bash, Shell, PowerShell)
Exposure to Microsoft Services and Environments (Intune, SCCM/Endpoint Configuration Manager, AzureAD, Microsoft365, Windows Client and Server OS)

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
$116,000 - $246,000/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.