Staff Software Engineer, Maps & Navigation
Published date: 2025/06/07
- Location: Palo Alto, California, United States
Staff Software Engineer, Maps & Navigation
Job Category Vehicle Software
Location PALO ALTO, California
Req. ID 225453
Job Type Full-time
What to Expect
Tesla is building the world's best in-car navigation experience and we're looking for motivated Software Engineers that are up to the challenge.
You will implement next generation algorithms on top of large amounts of data from the Tesla fleet. This is a cornerstone on which Navigate on Autopilot and Smart Summon are implemented. In addition, the same data will drive more efficient routing and better turn-by-turn navigation for customers.
The ideal candidate is self-driven, has experience developing high-performance applications and motivated by complex algorithmic problems. Our engineers must bring a principled, data-driven methodology to software development with a passion for improving quality of their products. Flexibility is paramount, as the engineer must learn a wide array of technologies to improve customer experience ranging from route quality and ETA prediction all the way to self-driving capabilities.
What You’ll Do
Rapidly prototype in-car customer experiences
Extract meaningful data from fleet telemetry via automated processes
Implement complete features with both client and server footprint
Drive your changes end to end from concept to in car drive test
Design, code, and debug software on Linux-based embedded platforms and Linux servers
Work with a cross-functional team of hardware engineers, application/UI software engineers, QA/Validation, and designers
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience
Evidence of exceptional achievement in large-scale algorithmic environments
Proficient in one of C++, Python, Golang, Scala
Experience writing and shipping customer-facing code
High standards for code quality, maintainability, and performance
Willingness to learn new technologies in any area of the stack: Vehicle Control, Routing/Guidance Algorithms, Server Infrastructure, UI, Embedded Systems
Experience with Maps / GIS / Computational Geometry data is a strong plus
Experience in Spark, AWS, Kubernetes, Jenkins is a plus
Experience in Machine Learning algorithms is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
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
$120,000 - $252,000/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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact accommodationrequest@tesla.com for additional information or to request accommodations.
Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice .
Apply
https://www.tesla.com/careers/search/job/staff-software-engineer-maps-navigation-225453
Job Category Vehicle Software
Location PALO ALTO, California
Req. ID 225453
Job Type Full-time
What to Expect
Tesla is building the world's best in-car navigation experience and we're looking for motivated Software Engineers that are up to the challenge.
You will implement next generation algorithms on top of large amounts of data from the Tesla fleet. This is a cornerstone on which Navigate on Autopilot and Smart Summon are implemented. In addition, the same data will drive more efficient routing and better turn-by-turn navigation for customers.
The ideal candidate is self-driven, has experience developing high-performance applications and motivated by complex algorithmic problems. Our engineers must bring a principled, data-driven methodology to software development with a passion for improving quality of their products. Flexibility is paramount, as the engineer must learn a wide array of technologies to improve customer experience ranging from route quality and ETA prediction all the way to self-driving capabilities.
What You’ll Do
Rapidly prototype in-car customer experiences
Extract meaningful data from fleet telemetry via automated processes
Implement complete features with both client and server footprint
Drive your changes end to end from concept to in car drive test
Design, code, and debug software on Linux-based embedded platforms and Linux servers
Work with a cross-functional team of hardware engineers, application/UI software engineers, QA/Validation, and designers
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience
Evidence of exceptional achievement in large-scale algorithmic environments
Proficient in one of C++, Python, Golang, Scala
Experience writing and shipping customer-facing code
High standards for code quality, maintainability, and performance
Willingness to learn new technologies in any area of the stack: Vehicle Control, Routing/Guidance Algorithms, Server Infrastructure, UI, Embedded Systems
Experience with Maps / GIS / Computational Geometry data is a strong plus
Experience in Spark, AWS, Kubernetes, Jenkins is a plus
Experience in Machine Learning algorithms is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
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
$120,000 - $252,000/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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact accommodationrequest@tesla.com for additional information or to request accommodations.
Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice .
Apply
https://www.tesla.com/careers/search/job/staff-software-engineer-maps-navigation-225453
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