Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Software Release Integration Engineer - Factory Firmware, Optimus

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Data Science, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability.
At least 2 years of experience in software integration, software release management, or technical program management; experience with firmware or embedded systems, manufacturing, or hardware-software programs is ideal.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with Manufacturing and Engineering.
Ability to triage issues, understand hardware/software interdependencies, perform root cause analysis, and drive solutions.
Ability to evaluate processes and programs for strengths and weaknesses and balance technical trade-offs against business considerations.
Ability to work independently and with urgency in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with tight deadlines.
Proficiency with Git, Jira, and Confluence, and experience using SI tools to improve workflows.

Responsibilities

Own Optimus software releases into manufacturing end to end.
Define milestones and release scope, and track delivery timelines across multiple teams.
Identify deployment risks and develop fallback strategies.
Design, improve, and enforce processes that track changes against deadlines, improve team efficiency, and close identified gaps.
Coordinate change control between R&D Engineering, SI, and Manufacturing, ensuring it runs smoothly and the right resources are assigned.
Use data and dashboards to find trends, track changes, review logs, and identify opportunities to improve operations and triage issues.
Manage cross-functional, factory-facing integration projects and programs from start to finish.
Communicate regularly with leadership, cross-functional stakeholders, and team members, in writing, verbally, and in person.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound business judgment.
Apply first-principles engineering thinking to problem solving.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in mass manufacturing, electric vehicles, automotive, or robotics.
Experience launching a new product into manufacturing (NPI) or running R&D-to-factory change control.
Hands-on experience with firmware or embedded software release processes, CI/CD, or manufacturing test.

Category	Vehicle Software
Location	PALO ALTO, California
Requisition ID	287001
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Optimus is one of the most ambitious products Tesla has ever built, and the software that goes into every unit passes through the Factory Firmware Team. In this role you will own how that software moves from R&D into the factory: defining the release process, building the tooling, and setting the standards for what ships so Optimus can ramp as quickly as possible.

You will lead cross-functional work across software release management, tooling development, and the integration of new programs into manufacturing, partnering closely with manufacturing leaders to keep production moving from first builds through scaled production. The team is the eyes and ears of the Firmware organization inside the factory and has the final say on deploying new firmware to the line. That means every robot leaves with validated, safe, high-quality software, and engineering teams get fast feedback to accelerate new hardware and software features. The role needs someone who is highly organized and detail-oriented, comfortable balancing competing priorities, and skilled at bringing people together around a single goal.

Job Responsibilities

Own Optimus software releases into manufacturing end to end
Define milestones and release scope, and track delivery timelines across multiple teams
Identify deployment risks and develop fallback strategies
Design, improve, and enforce processes that track changes against their deadlines, improve team efficiency, and close identified gaps
Coordinate change control between R&D Engineering, SI, and Manufacturing, making sure it runs smoothly and the right resources are assigned
Use data and dashboards to find trends, track changes, review logs, and identify opportunities to improve operations and triage issues
Manage cross-functional, factory-facing integration projects and programs from start to finish
Communicate clearly and regularly with leadership, cross-functional stakeholders, and team members, in writing, verbally, and in person
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and exercise sound business judgment
Apply first-principles engineering thinking to problem solving

Job Requirements

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
2+ years of experience in software integration, software release management, or technical program management, ideally with firmware/embedded systems, manufacturing, or hardware-software programs
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with Manufacturing and Engineering
Strong critical thinking skills: triaging issues, understanding hardware/software interdependencies, performing root cause analysis, and driving to solutions
Ability to evaluate processes and programs for strengths and weaknesses, and to balance technical trade-offs against business ones
Ability to work independently and with urgency in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with tight deadlines
Proficiency with Git, Jira, and Confluence, and experience using SI tools to improve workflows
Experience in mass manufacturing, electric vehicles, automotive, or robotics, preferred
Experience launching a new product into manufacturing (NPI) or running R&D-to-factory change control, preferred
Hands-on experience with firmware or embedded software release processes, CI/CD, or manufacturing test, preferred

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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