Technical Recruiter

What to Expect Tesla is looking for an exceptional Technical Recruiter to support hiring across our engineering and technical organizations. You will partner with business leaders and hiring managers to identify, attract, assess, and hire top talent responsible for developing next-generation products, automating manufacturing lines, building software and AI systems, and advancing the "machine that builds the machine." Recruiting at Tesla is fast-paced and high-impact; hiring timelines are often compressed, but the work is exciting and meaningful to our mission. This role may support teams across software, hardware, AI, manufacturing engineering, facilities, infrastructure, materials, and related technical disciplines. This role is open in both Palo Alto, CA and Fremont, CA What You'll Do * Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to assess talent requirements, advise on hiring strategy, and develop plans to meet goals * Build and maintain robust pipelines of qualified technical candidates for near-term and future hiring needs using creative, multi-channel sourcing approaches * Own full-cycle recruiting activities including sourcing, screening, behavioral interviewing, coordination, and offer support as needed * Efficiently manage time, resources, and multiple concurrent requisitions while keeping business partners informed through regular updates * Develop strong working relationships with recruiters, sourcers, business leaders, and hiring managers across the organization * Maintain an expert-level understanding of recruiting processes, tools, and workflows in an environment that frequently changes * Focus on providing a positive candidate experience at every opportunity What You'll Bring * Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle technical recruiting or sourcing experience from a corporate or agency environment * Experience recruiting engineers, technical specialists, or niche skilled roles across engineering, software, hardware, manufacturing, facilities, or related disciplines * Demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of concurrent technical requisitions in a high-growth, high-volume environment * Proven track record of sourcing and assessing technical talent, including passive candidates in competitive markets * Experience and familiarity with recruiting tools such as an ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing platforms * Strong relationship management, communication, and stakeholder partnership skills with hiring teams and business leaders * Ability to work with urgency, navigate ambiguity, balance efficiency with quality, and operate effectively under challenging deadlines Compensation and 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 Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for ADA related questions or to request ADA accommodations. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice . Technical Recruiter Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program