Staff Software Engineer, Opticaster

What to ExpectOpticaster's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy by optimizing how batteries are charged and discharged to maximize value for customers and the grid. Our advanced algorithms determine the best times to store and use energy, considering electricity prices, solar generation, and grid conditions. These optimizations power Tesla's energy products, including Megapacks, Powerwalls, Virtual Power Plants, and microgrids. With a global fleet of over 500,000 residential systems, our software operates at scale, requiring robust and efficient solutions. Opticaster also plays a key role in supporting grid stability through programs like demand response and by integrating with Autobidder to actively participate in energy markets.As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining the software systems that power Tesla's residential energy solutions. You will work on creating scalable, efficient software architectures and integrating them with Tesla's energy products. While algorithm and optimization experience is a plus, the focus will be on delivering high-quality software that enables our energy solutions to scale effectively. This is your opportunity to drive the future of sustainable energy by working on cutting-edge technologies that enhance the efficiency and reliability of Tesla's energy ecosystem.What You'll DoDevelop and maintain scalable software algorithms for energy storage solutions, ensuring reliable performance in production environmentsDesign and implement new features to enhance customer-facing applications and improve user experienceOptimize deployment processes through CI/CD, containerization, and infrastructure management, ensuring smooth operations and efficient updatesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software systems into Tesla's ecosystem, ensuring seamless deployment and operationManage containerized applications in embedded and firmware environments, optimizing resource usage and ensuring performance in constrained systemsProactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks related to infrastructure, memory, and runtime efficiencyContribute to the development and maintenance of monitoring and simulation systems to ensure software reliability and scalabilityCommunicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders to align development with business objectivesWhat You'll BringDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experienceStrong proficiency in Python and Linux environments; experience with Go or Rust is a plusProven experience developing and deploying scalable software systems, including writing production-level code and ensuring performance in real-world environmentsExperience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions) and automating software deployment processesExperience managing containerized applications in embedded or firmware environments, and optimizing resource usage (e.g., memory, CPU) for efficient performance in constrained systemsExperience with cloud and big data technologies such as AWS, Spark, Airflow, and KubernetesFamiliarity with optimization techniques, machine learning, and time-series forecasting is highly valuedExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team environmentExperience in energy solutions, battery control systems, and a passion for sustainability and clean energy solutionsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to rapidly changing technology and business needsCompensation and BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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)401(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$133,440 - $292,800/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17