Staff Software Engineer, Robotaxi & Optimus

Robotaxi Technical Leadership RoleRobotaxi is now operating commercially and the systems behind it have to grow with our ambitious plans. Join a small team of experts building and scaling the server-side platform that powers Robotaxi and Optimus: the connectivity, customer control, orchestration, and operation services behind millions of vehicles and robots.This is a hands-on technical leadership role. You will set technical direction for core systems, drive the roadmap for a portfolio of services, and remain a direct contributor in code and design. You will work with world-class engineers and cross-functional teams, with direct impact on the Tesla product roadmap and mission.We are hiring at the Staff and Senior Staff levels.ResponsibilitiesSet architecture and technical direction for mission-critical, high-availability systems and APIs, with a focus on security, scalability, and performanceLead design and delivery of multi-quarter initiatives that span teamsDrive roadmaps to completion with Product, SRE, and InfrastructureStay hands-on: design, code, review, and operate the systems you ownMentor engineers and raise the technical bar across the teamSolve hard problems in distributed, asynchronous messaging at fleet scaleRequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience8+ years building and operating large-scale distributed systemsTrack record of technically leading engineering teams to deliver complex systems and productsDirect technical contributions in your current role, in code and designDeep expertise in web services, distributed systems, and messaging, Go preferredDemonstrated success scaling web applications or messaging systemsClear communication of complex technical concepts to a wide audienceExperience with web security is a plusCompensation & 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 programEarned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)Expected Compensation $208,000 - $360,000/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.