Sr. Software Engineer, Backend, Factory Software

As a Software Engineer, you'll take part in the design, development, and deployment of applications/tools to automate/enhance Factory Software processes and to better manage manufacturing systems. In this role, you'll be expected to take ownership of and develop solutions for complex problems, while closely collaborating with Factory Software support teams. You'll be expected to move projects along at an aggressive pace and ensure the developed solutions are secure and scalable across our factories globally.

Factory Software is directly involved in supporting and solving a diverse set of problems daily. Your contributions will directly support Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend systems using Go, Rust and other programming languages, including internal web applications, engineering tools, and real-time software systems
• Develop new system architectures, databases, and integration systems to meet the requirements of our applications and ensure seamless integration with frontend systems
• Write elegant and scalable application programming interface (APIs) to interact with applications, systems, and databases, and design and develop real-time software systems using technologies such as Apache Kafka, Redis and Kubernetes
• Create logging and monitoring systems to track system health and optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend, DevOps, and data science teams, to ensure smooth deployment and operation of our backend systems and realize interactive solutions through rapid iteration
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in our backend systems and strive for best software engineering practices through code reviews, design documentation, and adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve our backend systems and drive innovation in areas such as new web development technologies and backend technologies

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Compute Engineering, or equivalent relevant work experience
• Proficiency in designing and developing scalable, efficient, and secure APIs using Go, Rust, or others, with in-depth knowledge of REST and gRPC standards, and experience with popular backend frameworks such as Gin, Echo, Axum or ActixWeb
• Experience with databases, including SQL (e.g. MySQL, Microsoft SQL), NoSQL (e.g. Mongo DB, Elastic search) databases, and column-storedatabase (e.g. Click House) and good knowledge of query optimization
• Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes, and experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple tight deadlines
• Strong understanding of software design patterns, principles, and best practices, and experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git
• Strong attention to details and diligent in unit testing and integration testing practices, and excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders

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:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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