Sr. Software QA Engineer, Vehicle & Charging, Digital Experience

We are responsible for Tesla’s customer facing journey from order to ownership experience which serves customers in over 60 countries, helping users understand and purchase our groundbreaking products, and keep track of their orders through delivery. As a QA Engineer you will work very closely with Software Engineers to understand the technical design of applications and ensure testability of the developed components. You will build test automation with the goal of providing maximum coverage in the most efficient manner. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the test infrastructure is easily maintainable and can scale to the demands of a rapid continuous integration continuous deployment environment. What You’ll Do

• Drive quality assurance for web and mobile apps engineered by the digital team, from inception to deployment
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies, including functionality, end-to-end, integration, and regression testing, using industry-standard tools and methodologies
• Collaborate with product managers and developers in a small-team environment to understand requirements, translate them into detailed test cases, and ensure alignment on quality goals
• Create and maintain automated test suites and frameworks using tools like Selenium and Python (or similar tools and languages)
• Perform hands-on testing using available tools such as REST APIs, database queries/manipulation, application logs, etc., to validate functionality and data integrity
• Define, implement, and maintain test plans, specifications, and suites to improve overall code coverage and product quality across supported platforms
• Provide technical leadership by promoting engineering best practices, identifying risks, and contributing to large-scale, cross-functional programs

• Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience (e.g., 2+ years in QA or software testing)
• Proficiency in either Python, Ruby, JavaScript, Java, or C#, with hands-on experience in automation testing
• Experience with web application and/or mobile application testing
• Strong knowledge of test methodologies, processes, and tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JIRA, Git, SQL), including black-box/grey-box testing and client-server architectures
• Familiarity with SQL databases for querying and data manipulation and API testing for backend integration
• Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, supporting developers and adapting to evolving requirements
• Evidence of exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for quality assurance

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 $144,000 - $216,000/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.