Sr. Technical Program Manager, Energy Service AI Applications

What to Expect We'reseekinga highly motivated and experienced TechnicalProgram/ProductManager (TPM) to join the fastest growing area of Tesla:Energy.This is a unique opportunity to blend your product management acumen withatechnical orsoftware engineering background to drive the successful delivery of complexAIproducts. These will be some of the highestvisibilitytechnicalprogramson the Energy Team. You will be the glue that binds product vision, engineering execution, and cross-functional collaborationamongst firmware, software, product, and serviceengineering teams to ensure we build therightfeatures, the right way, and at the right timefor internal and external users.While this role does not require you tocome in as an expert onbattery and energy systems,you will work on Megapacks, Superchargers,Powerwallsand the teams servicing them. Asuccessful candidate will be one who is curiousand can learn quickly aboutgrid-scaleelectrification and Energy systems. This is arewardingrole where you can directly change the trajectory ofproducts that accelerate our transition to a renewable energy future.
What You'll Do

• Technical Project Management: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software development projects, frominceptionto launch. This includes definingwhat we are building for users, theproject scope, timelines,engineeringresource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitatecommunication and collaboration betweenfirmware, software, serviceengineering, and applications engineering teams to ensurealignment and transparency throughout the program'slifecycle
• Software Engineering Expertise: Leverageyour software engineeringor technicalbackground to understandengineeringchallenges, contribute to technical discussions, and effectively communicate with engineering teams.This role requires that you have familiarity withGithuband that you can write code(note: There will be a codingportionduring the interview process.)
• Governance Oversight: Establishand enforce software development standards, code review processes, and release criteria across engineering teams to ensure consistent product quality, compliance with internal policies, and readiness for production deployment.Particularly, in a world where vibe coding enablesnew usersto build
• Process Improvement: Identifyand implement process improvements to enhance project efficiency, quality, and predictability
• Risk Management: Proactivelyidentifyand mitigate potential risks and roadblocks, escalating issues asneededand developing contingency plans
• Metrics & Reporting: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and provide regular updates to stakeholders, including Directors and VPson project status, risks, and dependencies

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Computer Science,Operations Research,Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in technical program management, preferably in a software developmentor technicalprogramenvironment
• Solid understanding of software development methodologiesandsoftware development lifecycles; hands-on frontend or backend software engineering experience is a significantadvantage
• Sound judgement in identifying appropriate use cases for AI solutions while recognizing technical limitations and constraints
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to be clear and concise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including knowledge of SQL and basic table structures
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MicrosoftThinkCell)

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

Expected Compensation $96,800 - $336,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay 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.