Vision Systems Engineer, Automation Engineering

Vision Systems EngineerTesla is seeking an experienced Vision Systems Engineer to apply their experience to cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and high-speed manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla's automated battery cell manufacturing line and to apply innovative software solutions to equipment for manufacturing of Tesla batteries.This role will design, develop, scale up, and optimize image processing platforms and tools for battery manufacturing within a cross-functional engineering team. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla, developing the tools necessary to support bringing new battery designs from initial concept through into full production.The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to our products. The work environment is demanding, fast-paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join a highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things a reality.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain high-performance C#/.NET applications for vision automation systemsIntegrate and leverage vision libraries (HALCON, OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow) to implement image processing, object detection, pattern recognition, classification, and quality inspection algorithmsDevelop and maintain WPF-based user interfaces using the MVVM pattern, ensuring clean separation of concerns, testability, and maintainable codeCollaborate in requirements gathering sessions to translate business needs into technical specifications and feature designsContribute to CI/CD workflows by writing clean, testable code, performing peer reviews, and ensuring deployment reliabilityDebug complex system behaviors using logs and observability tools, analyzing traces to identify root causes, and improve system stabilityWrite clear documentation for APIs, modules, and system behavior to support team knowledge sharing and onboardingApply strong software development fundamentals — including software design (Software Design Patterns), algorithms, data structures, modularity, and code maintainability — to build robust, scalable solutionsRequirementsDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceProficiency in C#, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages (i.e. C++ with cross-language interop) — with a solid grasp of design principles and clean coding practicesProven experience working with vision libraries such as HALCON, OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow including image acquisition, preprocessing, feature extraction, machine learning, and algorithm optimizationCross-Platform UI design experience (e.g. MAUI, Avalonia) is a plus - CUDA experience is a strong plusDemonstrated ability to debug complex systems using centralized logging tools like Splunk, or similar — with a strong analytical mindsetExperience using developer tools like Git and issue-tracking tools like Jira — with a disciplined workflow and attention to version control hygieneFamiliarity with React (or willingness to learn) is a preferred skillStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, thrive in fast-paced environments, and meet deadlines without compromising qualityExcellent communication skills — able to contribute meaningfully in technical discussions and collaborate effectively across teamsA proactive mindset: comfortable working independently, taking ownership of features, and proposing improvementsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation$91,600 - $195,600/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.