What To Expect
The Autopilot Software Programs team is responsible for scoping, prioritizing, tracking, and releasing autonomy features from inception to launch, including over a dozen active safety features, Actually Smart Summon, and Full Self-Driving (Supervised).
As a Technical Program Manager with a focus on software releases, you will update millions of customer cars with new, safety-critical features on tight timelines. You will ensure teams validate their changes punctually, resolve bottlenecks, and communicate risks to relevant stakeholders. You will handle large branch merges and frequent software package signoffs, often more than one at a time. We expect you to be an organized self-starter and problem solver who can jump in to (proactively) resolve inefficiencies in the release process. We believe an autonomous future is a safer future, so success means shipping high quality features with a sense of urgency.
What You'll Do
Manage the technical software release workflows end-to-end through collaboration with technical leads, component owners, infrastructure support, QA, and external teamsTrack progress toward release signoff completionManage branch creation, auto-merging, and change controlHandle large branch merges that often require git conflict resolutions and input from multiple engineers across the companyManage risks and resolve issues related to release scope, schedule, and qualityMaintain a release log with key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and feature descriptionsEnsure ticket hygiene is maintainedImplement process improvements to reduce workflow inefficiencies
What You'll Bring
Bachelors in a STEM-related field, Computer Science or Engineering preferred or equivalent experienceExperience with Git or similarA desire to move fast, fight fires, and fix problems without being asked; ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment with high ambiguityProven track record of exceptional ability (i.e., have personally solved difficult problems that have moved the needle on meaningful projects)Excellent communication, multidisciplinary collaboration, attention to detail, and organizational skillsExperience leading team efforts and/or project management experienceExperience with JIRA or similar project management software is a plus Experience releasing customer-facing software at a scale in a fast-paced work environment is a plusSoftware Branch Management experience is a plusAvailability to work weekends when needed
Benefits
Compensation and 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.
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