Sr. Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Controllers & Actuation

Tesla
California
What To Expect
As a Senior Technical Program Manager on the Autopilot and Electronic Systems Team, you'll drive hardware product development for Tesla's Vehicle Controllers & Actuation—the critical components that bring real-world AI to life, enabling seamless autonomous driving and revolutionizing transportation. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure program success through strategic planning, execution, and clear communication, while leading seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams in our dynamic, mission-driven environment.

What You'll Do

Define and document engineering program goals, scope, and requirements in alignment with stakeholders to ensure shared understanding and successDevelop comprehensive program roadmaps, timelines, and milestones, including critical paths and deliverables, to guide efficient executionLead and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver programs on time, aligning efforts with project goals and optimizing productivity by prioritizing high-impact activitiesTrack engineering sample demand and supply, collaborating with supply chain teams to meet key milestones and avoid bottlenecksManage scope, schedule changes, risks, and issues, developing mitigation and contingency plans to protect timelines, deliverables, and overall program objectivesFoster open communication with stakeholders, setting and managing expectations to build trust and resolve concerns proactivelyMonitor program progress, delivering regular status updates with key metrics, achievements, challenges, and escalations to keep teams informed and agileDrive continuous improvement in project management methodologies and processes, enhancing efficiency and outcomes for cross-functional engineering teams

What You'll Bring

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience with a proven track record of exceptional performance6+ years of experience in program management within an engineering or technical industry, including 3+ years leading cross-functional teams in the end-to-end design, development, and delivery of complex, high-volume hardware productsProven ability to rapidly grasp complex technical conceptsStrong attention to detail, paired with excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skillsHands-on design engineering experience in electromechanical product design is highly valuedFamiliarity with PCB circuit design, PCBA debugging and manufacturing, plastic injection molding, or die casting in high-volume production environments is highly valued

Benefits
Compensation and 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

Expected Compensation

$96,800 - $217,200/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.

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Posted 2026-07-06

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