Tesla
Staff Linux Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineering
Tesla, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Linux Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing projects and driving initiatives related to Tesla's Linux compute infrastructure and adjacent services. These are services directly used by Manufacturing, Autopilot, Energy, and Tesla application teams. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and enforce policies, gather requirements, and oversee projects that ensure our systems are robust, secure, and aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Linux systems, experience with base image creation, system configuration, security standards, and access methods, as well as a track record of successful project management and technical leadership.
Responsibilities
Design and develop services for consumer of various Linux-based compute infrastructure servicesDevelop and maintain system configurations, base images, and deployment strategiesImplement and integrate adjacent services such as monitoring, backup, and disaster recoveryCreate and enforce policies and standards related to Linux system administration, security, and compliance & develop best practices for system configuration, access methods, and base image creationLead and manage projects related to Linux infrastructure, including upgrades, migrations, and new deploymentsOversee the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Linux systems and services & ensure system performance, reliability, and security through proactive monitoring and optimizationImplement and enforce security standards and practices to protect Linux systems and data and ensure systems are compliant with certifications and standardsMaintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, policies, and procedures and prepare reports & updates for management on project status, system performance, and security postureWork closely with engineering, operations, and security teams to support and enhance Linux infrastructureRespond to and resolve incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical Linux systems and servicesRequirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldExperience in Linux distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or similar and in Linux system administration, with a strong focus on architecture, design, and scalabilityExpertise in base image creation, system configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Cloud init), and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Deep understanding of security standards, access methods, and compliance requirementsExperience in project management and leading cross-functional teams, excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressureCompensation 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 program
Responsibilities
Design and develop services for consumer of various Linux-based compute infrastructure servicesDevelop and maintain system configurations, base images, and deployment strategiesImplement and integrate adjacent services such as monitoring, backup, and disaster recoveryCreate and enforce policies and standards related to Linux system administration, security, and compliance & develop best practices for system configuration, access methods, and base image creationLead and manage projects related to Linux infrastructure, including upgrades, migrations, and new deploymentsOversee the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Linux systems and services & ensure system performance, reliability, and security through proactive monitoring and optimizationImplement and enforce security standards and practices to protect Linux systems and data and ensure systems are compliant with certifications and standardsMaintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, policies, and procedures and prepare reports & updates for management on project status, system performance, and security postureWork closely with engineering, operations, and security teams to support and enhance Linux infrastructureRespond to and resolve incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical Linux systems and servicesRequirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldExperience in Linux distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or similar and in Linux system administration, with a strong focus on architecture, design, and scalabilityExpertise in base image creation, system configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Cloud init), and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Deep understanding of security standards, access methods, and compliance requirementsExperience in project management and leading cross-functional teams, excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressureCompensation 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 program