Staff Software Engineer, Performance Engineering

Tesla's Performance Engineering team is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to drive system optimization and performance excellence. This role is crucial in delivering seamless digital experiences to Tesla's diverse stakeholders - from customers to robots. You'll be at the forefront of identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, implementing scalable solutions, and ensuring optimal application performance under high-stress conditions.

The position offers an unique opportunity to directly impact Tesla's bottom line by improving efficiency and scalability across multiple verticals. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and tools, performing deep-dive analyses, implementing optimizations, and driving continuous improvement in system performance.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and methodologies to identify and resolve complex performance issues. Your expertise in profiling tools, database optimization, and cloud infrastructure will be essential in maintaining and improving Tesla's critical systems.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills. You'll be responsible for establishing performance benchmarks, executing comprehensive testing strategies, and ensuring systems meet rigorous performance standards.

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive healthcare options, retirement benefits, and unique perks like the Tesla Babies program. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy while working on challenging technical problems at scale.