Data Engineer

Join Tesla’s Infrastructure Operations and Analytics team to build and improve the pipelines, reporting, and visualization systems that turn operational data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex business logic into simple, maintainable solutions while meeting project timelines
• Extract actionable insights and identify trends that help stakeholders implement cost-saving improvements using CAPEX and OPEX data
• Maintain, optimize, and develop ETL pipelines using SQL, Airflow, and Python
• Build data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and in-house dashboard platforms
• Expand data engineering and analytics capabilities over time
• Lead continuous improvement work to optimize pipeline architecture and support cost savings across Tesla’s products and processes
• Apply strong communication, organization, presentation, and flexibility to manage competing demands

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience with programming languages such as SQL, Python, DAX, or similar
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Excel, or similar
• Proficiency with tools including SSMS, Airflow, Microsoft Azure, and SQL Server
• In-depth knowledge of RDBMS development, data warehousing, and data modeling techniques
• Proven success applying statistical methods for data analysis, particularly for budget forecasting
• Track record integrating source systems and delivering self-serve Business Intelligence

Technology Stack

• SQL, Airflow, Python
• Power BI, Tableau, Excel, DAX
• SSMS, Microsoft Azure, SQL Server
• RDBMS, Data Warehousing, Data Modeling

Location

• Fremont, CA (onsite)

Compensation

• $120,000 - $216,000 per year
• Cash and stock awards plus benefits
• Pay may vary based on individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Total compensation may include other elements depending on the position offered
• Benefit plan participation details provided upon offer

Benefits

• Medical plans with options; $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with options; $0 paycheck contribution
• Company-paid 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; other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life and 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: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• TesIa Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
• Earned Wage Access: real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (below Sr. Manager levels)