Technical Program Manager, AI Hardware & Autopilot

Program Managers within the Autopilot/AI Hardware team work side by side with cross-functional teams to support the development and scaling of both our AI silicon and vehicle hardware. Teams include design (electrical, mechanical & firmware), supply chain and manufacturing, to name a few. They will lead complex programs with limited up front guidance. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in engineering design and experience with program management. Must be a self-starter and able to figure out how to do things. What You'll Do

• Spearhead the next generation of AI hardware at both SOC and ECU levels, ensuring seamless integration into future vehicle products to drive innovation and performance
• Engage monthly with AI and HW executives to foster alignment and strategic guidance for AI hardware programs across vehicles, robots, and AI data centers
• Create program roadmaps and detailed timeline outlining milestones, critical paths, and deliverables
• Lead engineering, hardware, AI software, operations, and procurement teams to deliver AI programs on time and within budget
• Manage scope and schedule changes to minimize impact on overall objectives
• Manage and track engineering sample demand and supply, coordinating with the supply chain and others to meet engineering needs
• Maintain open communication with all stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are understood and managed
• Monitor program progress and provide regular updates on status, including key performance metrics, challenges, and escalations
• Track and manage potential risks with mitigation and contingency plans to minimize program impact

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering
• 5+ years experience in product development, ideally with product shipping experience in medium-to-high volume industry
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends when required
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail

96,800 - 217,200 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto, 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 $96,800 - $217,200/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits