About Tesla

As a Staff Performance Optimization Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and scalability of Tesla’s AI infrastructure. Your primary focus will be on accelerating the development and deployment of machine learning models by optimizing the performance of our training systems. This involves collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, such as data scientists, ML Engineers, and Hardware Dpecialists, to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. You will design and implement sophisticated instrumentation tools to monitor and troubleshoot complex GPU-CPU interactions, ensuring that our AI models are not only accurate but can be delivered as quickly as possible. Additionally, you will develop and refine data-driven strategies to optimize existing software pipelines, contributing directly to the rapid iteration and deployment of cutting-edge AI technologies.With your deep expertise in GPU programming, low-level software development, and performance analysis, you will help drive Tesla's AI initiatives forward, making significant contributions to our autonomous driving and robotics projects. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and collaboration are paramount, and every improvement you make has a direct impact on advancing some of the most ambitious technological goals in the industry.

About the Role

Requirements

Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• 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)
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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