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Technical Program Manager, Sensing Hardware & Software

Tesla Motors, Inc.
88,000 - 186,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Oct 01, 2025
What to Expect The Engineering Program Manager is an integral part of the the Autopilot and Electronic Systems Team, overseeing a diverse set of responsibilities including leadership, oversight, tracking, decision-making, escalation, and goal management. What You'll Do Manage end-to-end cross-functional programs for sensing products, leading software and hardware development Responsible for both upstream definition and downstream execution. Upstream definition includes a responsibility to work with diverse cross functional members to map out requirements, technologies, vendors, intermediate milestones, and success metrics Lead fast pace, enriched portfolio of SW feature through Agile methodology, Kanban board, JIRA Sprints, and Scrum Master operation Collaborate with engineering leads and managers to set goals, track deliverables, and report through JIRA dashboards on monthly/quarterly reviews Drive communication of engineering requirements between Supply Chain, Vendors, and Purchasing for efficient material planning Consolidate inputs from across Tesla for executive reviews, highlighting risks and opportunities Constantly improve processes to enhance precision and dependability, while preserving Tesla's agile culture Provide strong and confident leadership through rapid development cycles, changing requirements, and uncertainty What You'll Bring Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent experience and proof of exceptional abilities 1+ years' experience in product development, ideally with product shipping experience in medium-to-high volume industry Demonstrated ability to understand complex development projects and identify critical elements Detail oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills Ability to work cross functionally between engineering, production, and supply chain personnel Demonstrated ability to effectively work cross-functionally between engineering, suppliers, testing, manufacturing, production, and supply chain personnel preferred Experience in planning activities and vendor management in an engineering environment preferred Individual contributor design engineering experience in electromechanical products preferred 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) 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 $88,000 - $186,000/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.