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Sr. Software Engineer, Factory Software

Tesla
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026
What To Expect
We are seeking a highly motivated Sr Software Engineer with expertise in server-side and backend development to join our small, high-performing team. You'll build scalable software systems that power the manufacturing of innovative products like vehicles, robots, superchargers, and energy storage solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable manufacturing systems, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and experience with technical feedback are essential.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world challenges
  • Developing new features for business requirements in applications used in our factories globally
  • Checking with the product team to ensure all business requirements are captured thoroughly
  • Lead end-to-end projects, from gathering requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment


  • What You'll Bring

  • Familiarity with coding languages such as Go, Python or Java
  • Understanding about database technologies such as MySQL and Postgres and also message brokers such as Kafka
  • Very strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security
  • Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging


  • 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


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