What does someone working in Tesla R&D do?

A professional in Tesla R&D (Research and Development) is responsible for designing, testing, and developing new technologies and products that advance Tesla's mission of sustainable energy. Their work may involve electric vehicle innovation, battery technology, autonomous driving systems, and energy storage solutions. R&D teams collaborate across engineering, software, and hardware disciplines to bring cutting-edge ideas from concept to reality, supporting Tesla’s leadership in clean energy and transportation.