Software Engineer, Model Scaling, Autopilot AI

Tesla is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Autopilot AI team, focusing on optimizing and scaling neural network training infrastructure. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work with one of the world's largest model training clusters and contribute to the future of autonomous driving technology.

The position involves designing and implementing large-scale data pipelines that handle petabytes of autonomous vehicle data, including images, videos, and auto-generated labels. You'll be responsible for optimizing neural network training processes, enhancing system performance, and developing crucial evaluation tools and dashboards. Working directly with machine learning researchers, you'll help bridge the gap between research requirements and production-scale implementations.

The ideal candidate brings strong software engineering skills, particularly in Python, and has extensive experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow. Your expertise in system optimization, distributed systems, and data manipulation will be essential for success in this role. Knowledge of high-performance networking technologies and storage mechanisms is highly valued.

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $360,000 annually, plus cash and stock awards. The company provides excellent healthcare options with $0 payroll deduction plans, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits. You'll be working at their facility in the San Francisco Bay Area, contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy through innovative AI technology.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology that directly impacts the future of autonomous driving, while being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in machine learning and automotive technology. You'll have access to state-of-the-art resources, including Tesla's supercomputer Dojo, and the chance to solve complex technical challenges at an unprecedented scale.