Power Architect Design Lead, Data Center

About the role

• Power Architect Design Lead, Data Center | Tesla (Tesla SI)
• Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 267283 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

We are building the future of computing in partnering with SpaceX - a distributed, AI-optimized data center infrastructure operating in space. The terawatts orbital SI data center will be powered by Dojo - our custom supercomputer designed for the neural networks behind SpaceX, xAI, FSD, and Optimus.

We are seeking a visionary Power Architect to solve the ultimate engineering hurdle: 1 TW power delivery in orbit. This is not an incremental data center power management improvement, this requires first-principles innovation to deliver the power from the solar panels down to the silicon. If you are a strategic innovator with deep expertise in complex power systems, we invite you to lead this frontier.

What You'll Do

• Architect & Innovate: Design reliable, scalable, and highly efficient end-to-end power solutions for orbital environments
• Modeling & Optimization: Develop high-fidelity power estimation tools for SI server and rack-level systems; lead performance-vs-power trade-off analyses
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with internal silicon, packaging, SI/PI, and thermal teams—alongside SpaceX—to drive designs from concept to high-volume production
• Advanced R&D: Evaluate emerging technologies in high-voltage to sub-volt chip conversion and delivery to maintain a competitive edge
• Validate: Direct the prototyping and rigorous validation of next-generation power architectures

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in power architecture for high-density systems (100kW–1MW/rack), including AI/ML infrastructure
• Expertise in AC/DC and DC-DC converters, power module design, and high-current distribution system design
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams, from individual contributors to executive leadership
• Ability to work on-site at Tesla’s Palo Alto office in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$160,000 - $414,000/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.