Staff Software Engineer, Cell Software
Description For Staff Software Engineer, Cell Software
Tesla is pioneering the future of battery manufacturing through innovative approaches to factory design, equipment, processes, and software. The Cell Software team plays a crucial role in this mission by developing cutting-edge manufacturing execution systems that serve as the brain of Tesla's battery factories. As a Staff Software Engineer in the Cell Software team, you'll lead the architecture and development of large-scale manufacturing systems that interact with thousands of devices on the production line.
The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, working with a modern tech stack including Kubernetes, Kafka, React, Go, and PostgreSQL. You'll be responsible for designing fault-tolerant, distributed systems that handle massive data throughput and directly impact Tesla's manufacturing capabilities. The position offers the unique opportunity to solve world-first computing problems at scale while working closely with various stakeholders including Controls Engineers, Operators, and other technical teams.
The ideal candidate will bring strong backend development experience, particularly in scaling systems and architecting distributed solutions. You'll be part of a nimble, high-performing team that's building software from the ground up, free from legacy system constraints. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a direct impact on Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy through innovative manufacturing solutions.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $140,000 to $300,000 annually, plus cash and stock awards. Tesla provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits. Located in Fremont, California, you'll be at the heart of Tesla's manufacturing innovation, working on projects that directly influence the company's ability to scale battery production globally.
Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Cell Software
- Own and define the architecture for large portions of battery factory software
- Solve world-first computing problems at scale
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams
- Write backend code for new features
- Write reliable and well-tested code
- Interface with Controls Engineers and other stakeholders
- Build tools, test-automation and documentation
- Handle manufacturing process change requests
Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Cell Software
- 5+ years of experience building backend systems
- Experience scaling systems to large data volumes and throughput
- Understanding of algorithms, data structures, concurrency, distributed systems
- Proficiency in Go, Java, C, C++ C# or other backend language
- Experience building solid, testable, and maintainable clean code
- Proficiency working in high-impact, responsive, and collaborative team environment
Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Cell Software
- 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
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
