Distributed Database Engineer, Infrastructure

Tesla's mission to solve self-driving, humanize real-world AI, & optimize critical manufacturing processes presents exascale data challenges in each respective domain. The Distributed Database team is tasked with pushing the absolute limits of networking & compute hardware to accelerate these efforts across all areas within the company. In this role, you will build the next generation of distributed database service platforms to underpin mission-critical services for Tesla's customers, employees, and manufacturing. Your work will capitalize on the largest edge footprint possible in a globally distributed manufacturing setting, while defining the state-of-the-art in distributed database design altogether.

Responsibilities

Implement optimal Systems Architectures and Software Design Push the performance limits of hardware with nuanced understanding of CPU architecture and Networking Implement low-level, cache and pipeline friendly, ultra-high performance code Rigorously benchmark and analyze our distributed systems for performance and correctness Collaborate with our global datacenter, cloud, networking, and load balancing teams to develop a world-class, secure, & fault-resilient storage layer for our workloads Contribute to state-of-the-art test automation, and continuous deployment, and configuration management Work with InfoSec on continually reinforcing secure by default Author technical documentation, reference architectures, policies, and best practices for our platforms Requirements

Proficiency with at least 2 low-level programming languages such as C, C++, or Rust Expert knowledge of distributed database engine development, query engine design, and low-level performance optimization Experience with applied mathematics, distributed algorithms, and Internet-scale data platform software engineering is preferred Working knowledge of DPDK & SPDK is preferred Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or proof of exceptional skills in related field Compensation and Benefits Benefits

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 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) LGBTQ+ care concierge services 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

$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.