Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms

Electric vehicle and clean energy company pioneering sustainable transportation and energy solutions.
$140,000 - $300,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
8+ years of experience
AI · Automotive

Description For Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms

Tesla is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of their cutting-edge Generative AI Platforms. This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence and automotive innovation, where you'll be responsible for building and enhancing core components of Tesla's generative AI system. You'll work with state-of-the-art machine learning technologies, translating complex research concepts into production-ready applications that drive innovation across Tesla's ecosystem.

The position offers an unique opportunity to shape the future of AI applications in the automotive industry, working with specialized hardware and advanced ML frameworks. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible with large language models and AI systems, while ensuring these solutions are scalable and production-ready.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of machine learning, with a proven track record of delivering reliable AI applications. You'll need to be comfortable with the Python ML ecosystem and have experience scaling applications for large user bases. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $140,000 to $300,000 annually, plus stock awards and comprehensive benefits.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of AI innovation at one of the world's most forward-thinking companies, where your contributions will have a direct impact on the development of next-generation automotive and energy technologies. The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering the chance to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in both the AI and automotive sectors.

Last updated 5 days ago

Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms

  • Ship reliable, cutting-edge generative AI applications on Tesla's in-house platform
  • Improve & maintain the underlying components of the generative AI platform
  • Extract performance and utility out of specialized hardware
  • Help solve problems using modern AI- and ML-based techniques
  • Transfer concepts between research ideas to productionized services
  • Deliver products and services with wide-ranging impacts

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms

Python
  • Experience delivering real-world generative AI applications, especially ones based around Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Practical experience with the Python ML ecosystem (Tensorflow, PyTorch, JAX, LangChain, TGI/vLLM, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Python internals for scaling to large numbers of concurrent users
  • Proficiency in taking ideas from research prototypes and deploying them into productionized services
  • Track record of shipping reliable applications with minimal support and downtime
  • Healthy respect for inherent complexity and deep suspicion of accidental complexity

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • 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 resources
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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