Technical Sourcer, Software Engineering

About the role

• Technical Sourcer, Software Engineering | Tesla (People)
• Location: PALO ALTO, California | Req ID: 269336 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla Sourcers find top software talent to power a abundant & autonomous future. This role partners closely with Recruiters, Engineers, and Engineering Managers to identify, attract, and assess exceptional candidates.

We’re hiring top software engineers to build the systems behind Tesla’s most ambitious work. From custom chip design and SI inference to training and deploying large-scale models, we’re shaping the software that powers autonomy at scale. At the same time, we’re shaping the future of mobility - hiring engineers to design and ship the firmware, distributed systems, and core software that enables Robotaxi fleet operations and network-wide deployment. This is where software talent drives every layer of the stack, turning innovation into real-world impact. We’re looking for the next generation of builders to join us.

What You'll Do

• Utilize multiple tools and approaches, including AI-driven sourcing techniques, to identify and engage top talent
• Build robust software pipelines of qualified candidates for near-term and future hiring needs
• Develop strong working relationships with recruiters, business leaders, and hiring managers
• Maintain an expert level understanding of all recruiting processes in an environment that frequently changes
• Focus on providing a positive candidate experience at every opportunity

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years sourcing experience in an in-house environment
• Ability to creatively approach hiring needs for difficult to fill positions
• Familiarity with common software skill-sets
• Knowledge of relevant employment market trends
• Strong ability to track and manage data and workflows

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$64,000 - $168,000/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.