Job Summary:
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer with expertise in server-side and backend development to join their small, high-performing team. The role involves building scalable software systems that power the manufacturing of innovative products and requires strong software engineering fundamentals along with collaboration across various teams.
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
• Bridge communication gaps between factory floor equipment (e.g., PLCs) and high-level MES (Manufacturing Execution System) services
• Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of excellence in software craftsmanship
• Tackle problems across the stack, from debugging packet loss in PLC communications to ensuring data consistency in large-scale, globally distributed databases
• 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)
Qualifications:
Required:
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related or equivalent experience
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience (6+ years preferred)
• Proven experience implementing large-scale projects in languages like Go, Java, C++, Rust, or similar
• Strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security
• Basic familiarity with frontend technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Svelte) for full-stack integration
• 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
• Familiarity with controls engineering concepts, manufacturing processes, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Hands-on experience with Ignition and MES systems is a plus
Company:
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in Austin, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.