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# Staff Software Engineer, Factory Software

- **Company:** Tesla Motors
- **Location:** Fremont, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $200,000.0 - $300,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Svelte, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Rust (Programming Language), Data Logging, ReactJS, Backend, AngularJS, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Software Version Control, Golang
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87310001/1

## About the Role

* Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related or equivalent experience
 * Minimum 5 years of professional experience (8+ years preferred)
 * Minimum 1-year of recent experience with Go
 * Proven experience implementing large-scale projects in languages like Go, Java, C++, Rust, or similar
 * Very strong understanding of backend development fundamentals, including SQL databases, networking, and security
 * Comfortable with frontend technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Svelte) for full-stack integration (1-2 years of recent experience)
 * Proficiency in rigorous software development practices, including version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging
 * Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives from concept to production

## Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Staff Software Engineer, with expertise in server-side and backend development, to join our small high-performing team. You'll build scalable software systems that power the manufacturing of innovative products like vehicles, superchargers, and energy storage solutions as well as our next generation of products. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting world-class software, has a proven track record in scalable enterprise systems, and thrives in collaborative environments. Strong software engineering fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and experience with technical design are essential.
What You'll Do

 * Deliver high-quality, maintainable code that addresses real-world manufacturing challenges
 * Lead end-to-end projects, from gathering requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment
 * Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of excellence in software craftsmanship
 * Prioritize robust, production-critical systems with strong validation, monitoring, and support mechanisms
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain
 * Participate in on-call rotations (no more than once every two months)
 * Direct interaction and communication with stakeholders to gather and define requirements, scope and implementation


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