Software Engineer, Backend

What to Expect The Manufacturing Quality Data Engineering team specializes in predicting safety critical issues before they occur, protecting our customers. As part of Tesla's Vehicle Engineering organization, you'll have access to the data gold mine of design, manufacturing, and vehicle data sources, enabling you to design, develop, and deploy innovative generative AI and machine learning platforms globally. In this role, you'll focus on developing software engineer backend system and Application Programming Interface (APIs). What You'll Do Build elegant, scalable APIs for interacting with applications, systems, and databases, including interacting with real-time systems using technologies like Apache Kafka and Apache Flink. Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems in Python and Go, including internal web applications and data platforms Architect new system infrastructures, databases, and integration layers to meet application needs, ensuring seamless frontend integration Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., frontend, DevOps, data engineering) to deploy systems smoothly, iterate rapidly on interactive solutions, and resolve complex technical issues. Uphold best software engineering practices through code reviews, design documentation, coding standards, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality, maintainable backend code Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying them to innovate in backend systems for areas like Industry 4.0, equipment sensors, and vehicle data analytics Implement logging and monitoring systems to track health, optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of backend infrastructure supporting AI-driven workflows What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience 3+ years of work experience in software engineering or related fields Expert-level proficiency in designing and developing scalable, efficient, and secure APIs using Python and Go, with in-depth knowledge of REST and gRPC standards, and experience with popular backend frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI (Python) and Gin, or Echo (Go) Experience with databases, including SQL (e.g. MySQL, Microsoft SQL), NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB, Elasticsearch) databases, and column-store database (e.g. ClickHouse) 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 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 $140,000 - $252,000/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. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.