Tesla
Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Platforms
Tesla, Stanford, California, United States, 94305
This Software Engineer will be at the forefront of developing & delivering cutting-edge applications on Tesla's advanced generative AI platform. Your primary focus will be on building & enhancing core components of the generative AI system, ensuring they are both efficient and scalable. You will collaborate closely with team members to translate complex research ideas into robust, production-ready services. This role requires a strong foundation in modern machine learning frameworks and a proven ability to deliver working reliable solutions in production environments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to reliability, you will deliver solutions that not only meet, but exceed user expectations, driving innovation and impact across a wide range of applications. Your contributions will directly influence the future of generative AI technology and its practical implementations at Tesla.
Responsibilities
Ship reliable, cutting-edge generative AI applications on Tesla's in-house platformImprove & maintain the underlying components of the generative AI platformExtract as much performance and utility out of specialized hardware as possibleHelp solve a wide variety of far-reaching problems using modern AI- and ML-based techniquesWork in the challenging space of transferring concepts between research ideas to productionized servicesDeliver products and services that have wide-ranging impacts for their usersRequirements
Experience delivering real-world generative AI applications, especially ones based around Large Language Models (LLMs)Practical experience with the Python ML ecosystem (Tensorflow, PyTorch, JAX, LangChain, TGI/vLLM, etc.)Knowledge of Python internals for techniques necessary to scale to large numbers of concurrent usersProficiency in taking ideas from research prototypes and deploying them into productionized servicesA track record of shipping reliable applications that require minimal support and incur minimal downtimeA healthy respect for inherent complexity and a deep suspicion of accidental complexityCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$140,000 - $300,000/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.
Responsibilities
Ship reliable, cutting-edge generative AI applications on Tesla's in-house platformImprove & maintain the underlying components of the generative AI platformExtract as much performance and utility out of specialized hardware as possibleHelp solve a wide variety of far-reaching problems using modern AI- and ML-based techniquesWork in the challenging space of transferring concepts between research ideas to productionized servicesDeliver products and services that have wide-ranging impacts for their usersRequirements
Experience delivering real-world generative AI applications, especially ones based around Large Language Models (LLMs)Practical experience with the Python ML ecosystem (Tensorflow, PyTorch, JAX, LangChain, TGI/vLLM, etc.)Knowledge of Python internals for techniques necessary to scale to large numbers of concurrent usersProficiency in taking ideas from research prototypes and deploying them into productionized servicesA track record of shipping reliable applications that require minimal support and incur minimal downtimeA healthy respect for inherent complexity and a deep suspicion of accidental complexityCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$140,000 - $300,000/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.