Staff Software Engineer, Factory Software

Staff Software Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated Staff 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, superchargers, and energy storage solutions as well as our next generation of products. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable enterprise systems, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and experience with technical design are essential.

Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world manufacturing challenges

Lead end-to-end projects, from gathering requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment

Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of excellence in software craftsmanship

Prioritize robust, production-critical systems with strong validation, monitoring, and support mechanisms

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain

Participate in on-call rotations (no more than once every two months)

Direct interaction and communication with stakeholders to gather and define requirements, scope and implementation

Requirements Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related or equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years of professional experience (8+ years preferred)

Minimum 1-year of recent experience with Go

Proven experience implementing large-scale projects in languages like Go, Java, C++, Rust, or similar

Very strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security

Comfortable with frontend technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Svelte) for full-stack integration (1-2 years of recent experience)

Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging

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