Software Engineer, Geometric Vision, Tesla AI

What to Expect

Join the Tesla AI team to help shape one of the most advanced and widely-deployed AI systems in the world. As a key contributor, you will drive innovation in geometric vision and 3D foundation model, tackling challenges related to both the car/bot dynamics and environmental perception.

• Develop and refine models for estimating geometric entities using both modern neural network-based and classical vision techniques
• Leverage vast amounts of fleet data for algorithm development and validation
• Develop and deploy onboard computer vision systems that operate reliably across millions of Tesla vehicles worldwide
• Create and improve robust sensor calibration systems that perform consistently in complex and unpredictable environments
• Collaborate closely with a high-caliber team dedicated to realizing full autonomy

• Proven ability to rapidly prototype and optimize algorithms
• Proficiency in writing production-quality code in modern C++
• Proficiency in Python is highly desirable
• Solid understanding of linear algebra, geometry, probabilistic theory, numerical optimization, and deep learning, with hands-on implementation experience
• Expertise in key areas of computer vision and robotics, such as structure-from-motion, Visual-Inertial SLAM, large-scale mapping and localization, dense 3D modeling, or neural rendering (e.g., NeRF, Gaussian Splatting)
• Familiarity with GPU programming is an advantage

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 with plan options and $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

Expected Compensation

$140,000 - $420,000/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.