Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Autobidder
Description For Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Autobidder
Tesla's Autobidder team is at the forefront of sustainable energy transition, developing sophisticated software products for maximizing the value of energy storage systems. As a Sr. Algorithms Engineer, you'll be instrumental in evolving Autobidder's bidding and automation algorithms that currently manage over 7GWh of energy storage worldwide and have generated over $420 million in trading profits.
The role combines expertise in machine learning, numerical optimization, and electricity markets to create cutting-edge solutions for energy trading. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize revenues from grid-connected batteries and renewable resources through automated market participation strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact sustainable energy adoption while working with advanced technologies and complex algorithmic challenges.
The ideal candidate brings strong Python development skills, deep experience in numerical optimization and machine learning, and a passion for clean energy. You'll be responsible for both technical leadership and hands-on development, balancing algorithm performance with system reliability. The role offers competitive compensation ($144,000-$216,000 annually) plus equity and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.
This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical expertise with real-world impact in the sustainable energy sector, working at a company that's leading the global transition to renewable energy.
Responsibilities For Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Autobidder
- Design, implement, and maintain production code for bidding, optimization, simulation, and forecasting algorithms
- Prototype, benchmark, deploy, and monitor advanced algorithmic features
- Develop in-depth knowledge of electricity markets and grid operations
- Guide algorithmic decisions and design choices
- Design and develop tooling and simulation systems
- Develop monitoring systems to detect and diagnose issues
- Plan technical roadmaps and lead execution
- Inform product definition and business development
- Mentor and develop a growing team of Algorithm Engineers
- Collaborate with Machine Learning Engineers, Traders, Market Analysts, and Software Engineers
Requirements For Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Autobidder
- Proficiency in Python with at least 6 years of software development experience
- Experience with Git, CI/CD, and agile development
- Experience with numerical optimization (LP, MILP) and solvers like Gurobi, XPRESS, GLPK or CPLEX
- Expertise with Python libraries like cvxpy, pyomo, pandas, numpy, sklearn
- Experience with cloud-hosted systems and container orchestration
- Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- Domain expertise in electricity markets
- Experience with machine learning and statistical algorithms
- Experience developing and maintaining production software systems
Benefits For Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Autobidder
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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