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# Sr. Software Engineer, Robotaxi & Optimus

- **Company:** Tesla Motors
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Web Application Security, Service-Oriented Architecture, Web Services, Backend, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88525373/1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

 * 3+ years building backend services, preferably in a service-oriented architecture

 * Strong programming skills in a modern backend language, Go preferred

 * Experience with distributed systems, web services, or messaging systems

 * Clear communication of technical concepts to a wide audience

 * Experience with web security is a plus