Data Engineer, Cell Design & Materials Engineering

What To ExpectThe Cell Design and Materials Engineering team leads the design, qualification, and test method development of cathode, anode, and electrolyte. The team is responsible for the implementation of Tesla's cell materials technology roadmap from development to product-ready. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. This role will support all aspects of our data pipeline, from data processing to storage to retrieval. This includes experimental data such as electrochemical, chemical, physical, and imaging characterization tools, as well as unstructured data such as reports and figures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis and programming, and possess a genuine interest in cell design and materials characterization.What You'll DoDesign, build, and maintain data pipelines where inputs and outputs range from experimental data to unstructured documentsBe resourceful by using available out-of-the-box tools when appropriate, yet be versatile enough to create custom solutions when necessaryDeploy software products for users balancing speed, accessibility, and reliabilityCritically evaluate the inputs, outputs, and algorithms of our data pipelines, and work with other engineers to continually improve these componentsWork cross-functionally with teams to produce models and data tools that work synergistically across all parts of the cell engineering organizationBuild and deploy products using LLMs and VLMs for a wide range of tasks to support the team and organization-wide objectivesStay at the forefront of the AI space, and rapidly evaluate new opportunities as they come available in a way that is targeted and efficientWhat You'll BringDegree in Materials Science, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experienceExperience using Python/MATLAB for data analysis and/or modeling physical systemsExperience building applications and tools with LLMs/VLMsExperience developing and deploying software tools for data analysis of time series, x-y, and imaging dataFirst principles understanding of engineering concepts with relevant project/research experienceExperience with dev-ops tools and database management (Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, S3), as well as CI/CD of software toolsExperience with applying Machine Learning methods for data analysis or materials screeningExperience using coding agents to accelerate software development, and understand best practices when using these toolsKnowledge of material characterization and/or electrochemical testingProven ability to quickly learn new skills in the AI/ML field, and apply them to improve the effectiveness and efficiency with how we use dataBenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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 programExpected Compensation$100,000 - $150,000/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., Tesla