What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer, Backend, Applicant Tracking System position at Tesla?
What To Expect
At Tesla Internal Tools team is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in the design and development of our web applications for our internal users, expect a dynamic, high-impact environment where innovation drives everything. You'll work in cross-functional teams with top talent, tackling ambitious challenges that directly contribute to our global mission. We value speed, ownership, and bold thinking—preparing for ambiguity and iterating rapidly on cutting-edge projects.
What You'll Do
Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using .NET Core and C#, focusing on high-performance, scalable applications that support Tesla's innovative products Build and optimize RESTful APIs to enable seamless integration between services, frontend applications, and external systems Implement message queuing and streaming solutions with RabbitMQ and Kafka to handle real-time data processing and event-driven architectures Write efficient SQL queries in MySQL to manage complex data operations, ensuring data integrity and performance in large-scale environments Collaborate on software architecture decisions, applying strong object-oriented principles, design patterns, and fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and code modularity to create maintainable, high-quality code Integrate open-source tools and technologies into development workflows, leveraging .NET Framework, .NET Core, package management, and dependency injection for efficient builds Participate in CI/CD pipelines using Docker and Kubernetes, incorporating continuous deployment practices, feature toggles, logging, metrics, monitoring, and alerting to ensure reliable releases Conduct code reviews, debug issues, and proactively own assignments to drive team success in a fast-paced, agile environment
What You'll Bring
5 years of professional work experience in software development, with expert-level proficiency in .NET and C# (particularly .NET Core) Expertise in SQL queries using MySQL, with a strong ability to design and optimize database interactions Proven experience with RabbitMQ and Kafka for messaging and event streaming Demonstrated expertise in building secure, scalable REST APIs Strong fundamentals in object-oriented programming and software architecture, including fluency in software design, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainability Hands-on experience with .NET Framework, .NET Core, package management, and dependency injection Experience with Angular and React is a plus but not required Working knowledge of continuous deployment, feature toggles, logging, metrics, monitoring, and alerting A proactive, positive mindset: remain engaged in challenging situations, own assignments fully, and take accountability for team success
Benefits
Compensation and 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
$140,000 - $210,000/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
At Tesla Internal Tools team is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in the design and development of our web applications for our internal users, expect a dynamic, high-impact environment where innovation drives everything. You'll work in cross-functional teams with top talent, tackling ambitious challenges that directly contribute to our global mission. We value speed, ownership, and bold thinking—preparing for ambiguity and iterating rapidly on cutting-edge projects.
What You'll Do
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
$140,000 - $210,000/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
Salary : $140,000 - $210,000