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Technical Program Manager, Sensing Hardware & Software

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026
What to Expect

As a Technical Program Manager at Tesla, you will lead and manage technical programs in the engineering department, focusing on hardware and software development for sensing products. You will be an integral part of the engineering and development team, overseeing leadership, oversight, tracking, decision-making, escalation, and goal management to ensure successful delivery of these programs in alignment with Tesla's goals.


What You'll Do
  • Develop and execute end-toend cross-functional program plans for Sensing Products, including resource allocation, risk management, and strategies for both upstream definition (requirements mapping, technologies, vendors, milestones, and success metrics) and downstream execution (software and hardware development)
  • Lead hardware development for Tesla's Vehicles, encompassing PCBA design, mechanical, thermal, EMC, engineering validation, production testing, and reliability
  • Manage a fast-paced portfolio of software features using Agile methodology, Kanban boards, JIRA Sprints, and Scrum Master operations
  • Collaborate with engineering leads and managers to set goals, track deliverables, and report progress via JIRA dashboards during monthly/quarterly reviews
  • Facilitate communication of engineering requirements between Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other teams for efficient material planning
  • Consolidate inputs from across Tesla for executive reviews, highlighting risks and opportunities.
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight to cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, production, and supply chain personnel
  • Constantly improve processes to enhance precision and dependability while preserving Tesla's agile culture
  • Demonstrate strong leadership through rapid development cycles, changing requirements, and uncertainty

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent experience with proof of exceptional abilities
  • 3 years of experience in technical program management and product development, ideally with multiple delivered products in medium-to-high volume industries. Strong preference for products with wireless functionality, seasonality, and end-to-end development from concept to production in high-volume complex products or customer-facing software features
  • Familiarity with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and software development processes
  • Experience in planning activities, vendor management, and working in an engineering environment
  • Demonstrated ability to understand complex development projects, identify critical elements, and manage risks
  • Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping, organizational, and communication skills
  • Excellent program management skills, including planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder collaboration in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability to work effectively cross-functionally between engineering, production, and supply chain teams

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
    Expected Compensation
    $96,800 - $168,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

     

    Salary : $96,800 - $168,000

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