Sr. Technical Program Manager, Applications Engineering

Technical Program ManagerWe're scaling rapidly, expanding into new markets and transforming how customers experience order fulfillment, vehicle service, and collision repair. You will lead end-to-end technical programs across order-to-delivery, service workflows, and collision repair for both retail and enterprise B2B customers. This is a high-velocity, critical role where you will map complex processes, align competing priorities across multiple teams, and deliver scalable, reliable solutions that work in the real world. You will partner with Sales, Delivery, Service, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Data, and IT to drive execution with clarity, speed, and impact. This is where technical rigor meets operational reality.ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end programs across order-to-delivery, fulfillment, service, and collision repair, from concept to post-launch, for retail and enterprise customers, coordinating multiple operations and engineering teams across geographiesOwn the full program lifecycle: define plans, timelines, manage scope and dependencies, risks, compliance and drive execution from alignment through rollout and supportCommunicate cross-functional impacts early and ensure accountabilityMap and optimize end-to-end business processes with operations teams, identify gaps, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities, based on real-world observationsPartner with Product, Engineering, and Operations to build and maintain program plans, align on priorities, and balance competing demands from Sales, Finance, Compliance, and EngineeringDeliver clear, concise status reports to leadership, focused on insights, risks, and recommendations, tailored to executive, technical, and operational audiencesPresent progress and trade-offs with confidence and impactServe as the central force for alignment across fast-moving teams, ensuring consistency, clarity, and momentum despite complexityRequirements5-7 years of experience in program management, operations, or consulting, with a proven track record of delivering complex technical programs in fast-moving, high-velocity environmentsDeep domain expertise in order-to-delivery, fulfillment, service, or collision repair, ideally within automotive, mobility, logistics, or field serviceProven ability to work with multiple operations and engineering teams, managing dependencies, resolving conflicts, and maintaining alignment across silos.Exceptional soft skills, including clear and tailored communication, the ability to lead without authority, empathy for engineers and operations staff, and strong stakeholder management to build trust, manage expectations, and keep momentumBias for action and you're comfortable making decisions with incomplete information, prioritizing ruthlessly, and driving progress even in ambiguityStrong tactical execution skills, consistently moving from planning to delivery, adaptation, and resultsExcellent presentation and storytelling abilities, turning complex data into clear narratives that drive decisionsExperience with status reporting, leadership communication, and executive briefings, not just internal updatesPrior experience in automotive service, fleet operations, or technical operations is a strong plusCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $112,000 - $253,200/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.