What To Expect
Tesla’s mission is to accelerate sustainable abundance. We design, develop, and manufacture the most advanced electric vehicles, energy storage systems, solar products, and AI hardware that power Full Self-Driving and Optimus. Our Hardware Engineering teams push the boundaries of physics.
Tesla is looking for driven, high-energy recruiters and sourcers to support our Hardware Engineering teams. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers across Vehicle, Cell, AI Hardware, Optimus and related disciplines.
Recruiting at Tesla is fast-paced and high-impact. You’ll help bring in world-class engineers who thrive in a mission-driven, no-compromise environment.
What You'll Do
Own end-to-end recruiting for Hardware Engineering roles across Palo Alto, Austin, and other sites
Develop creative sourcing strategies (LinkedIn, referrals, conferences, GitHub/hardware communities, targeted outreach) to attract top talent from competitors, startups, and research institutions
Partner with Hardware leadership to understand technical requirements, team needs, and hiring priorities
Conduct initial screens, coordinate interviews with engineering panels, and drive offer processes with competitive compensation packages
Champion Tesla’s culture and mission to candidates — many are excited by the opportunity to work on groundbreaking hardware at scale
What You'll Bring
3+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, preferably in hardware engineering, electronics, semiconductors, automotive, robotics, or consumer electronics
Strong understanding of hardware engineering concepts and be able to discuss technical requirements credibly with Staff Engineers and Directors
Proven ability to source and close passive senior-level candidates in competitive markets
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; you thrive in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment
Experience with targeted and high-priority hiring
Passion for Tesla’s mission and comfort working in a high-performance, results-oriented culture
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
$64,000 - $204,000/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.
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