What to Expect

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer with expertise in server-side and backend development to join our dynamic Energy Software team at Tesla. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering innovative features and enhancements that enrich our customers’ experiences. Utilizing our mobile applications, customers can engage with their Tesla products through real-time, low-latency communication.

As a member of our team, you will focus on developing server-side APIs and data services tailored to our energy product lines and IoT platform. The ideal candidate will possess a profound passion for creating exceptional software, along with a proven track record in delivering successful customer-facing features. Success in this role will require robust software engineering skills, strong interpersonal communication abilities, and a collaborative mindset for providing and receiving constructive feedback on technical designs and code reviews.

What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and maintain software systems for data ingestion, querying, and processing overseeing the entire software lifecycle to ensure optimal data handling efficiency
Collaborate on design assessments and code reviews: Contribute insights during team discussions to promote quality and innovation while mentoring peers
Develop strategies for deployment, scaling, and monitoring of applications: Create and refine processes for seamless deployment and robust performance tracking
Analyze complex issues related to scalability, reliability, performance, and security: Investigate technical challenges, identify root causes, and integrate security measures into the development process
Own projects and identify opportunities for operational improvements taking responsibility for initiatives and streamlining workflows for greater productivity
Adapt to shifting priorities and manage new initiatives aligned with strategic goals
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
8+ years of professional experience utilizing Python, JavaScript, Java, C#, or Go, to effectively develop and maintain software systems
In-depth knowledge of database design and modeling principles, including SQL and Postgres, to design and implement efficient and scalable data storage solutions
Proven experience in building scalable systems, with a focus on designing and developing systems that can handle increased traffic and workload without compromising performance
Understanding of automated testing and deployment processes, including familiarity with relevant tools and methodologies, to ensure seamless integration and continuous improvement
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise communication of technical concepts and ideas
Experience in building Restful services to develop scalable, flexible, and maintainable APIs
Passion for writing clean code and creating world-class software, with a commitment to adhering to best practices and standards in software development

Palo Alto, California

Full time