Technical Program Manager, Optimus Electronics

What to Expect

Join Tesla's Optimus team in this high-energy, high-visibility role where you'll execute agile program management-focusing on action-packed timelines, stakeholder impact matrices, and cross-functional orchestration to smash milestones in dynamic, high-stakes environments. Prioritize outcomes, mitigate risks, and deliver game-changing results that propel Tesla's robotics revolution. What You'll Do

Spearhead end-to-end LV distribution program execution for robotic systems, R&D prototypes, and data hardware via matrixed teams (ME/EE design incl. actuation, compute, vision; Integration, Firmware, Test, EMC, Sourcing, NPI)-ensuring on-time deliverables and proactive risk mitigation

Accelerate alignment on high-power, high-speed, noise-sensitive subsystems, bridging on-BOT/off-BOT electronics with actionable templates, rigorous documentation, and maturity checkpoints-fueling measurable program wins

Optimize resourcing via cost/quality/time impact matrices, enabling swift, data-driven decisions that deliver accelerated timelines and minimized risks

Champion R&D lab operations for distribution elements: prioritize workflows, orchestrate high-velocity trial builds, and scale throughput for peak efficiency and output

Innovate documentation ecosystems for seamless program tracking, specs, and knowledge sharing-driving rapid adaptations and collaborative breakthroughs

What You'll Bring

2+ years in technical program management with stellar results in low voltage distribution, robotics, or hardware electronics-showcasing a bias for action in complex project delivery

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent experience

Familiarity with CATIA, JIRA, Confluence, Thinkcell for agile visualization, tracking, reporting, and proactive issue resolution

Multi-track execution in matrixed setups (Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance)

Elite communication skills to transform requirements into high-impact actions, risk mitigations, and velocity-boosting plans

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:

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 - $253,200/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. We will accept applications for this job until February 27, 2026, after which this posting will be removed.