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Machine Learning Engineer, Geometric Vision, Self-Driving (Palo Alto, California, USA)

Join Tesla as a Machine Learning Engineer in Geometric Vision for Self-Driving Systems

Job Description

Tesla, a leader in AI and robotics innovation, is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Geometric Vision to join its Self-Driving team in Palo Alto, California. This is a full-time position where you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing one of the world’s most sophisticated computer vision systems. Your work will be central to Tesla’s mission to achieve full autonomy, influencing millions of vehicles worldwide.

Responsibilities

As a Machine Learning Engineer in Tesla’s Self-Driving team, you will:

• Develop and enhance models for geometric entity estimation using both modern neural network-based and classical vision techniques.
• Utilize extensive fleet data to innovate and validate algorithms.
• Design and implement automated data pipelines to generate high-quality ground truth data for real-world perception challenges.
• Scale and deploy your work across millions of Tesla vehicles globally.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled team committed to realizing full autonomous driving.

Requirements

We’re looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to quickly prototype and optimize algorithms.
• Proficiency in writing production-level Python code; C++ expertise is highly desirable.
• Solid foundation in linear algebra, geometry, probabilistic theory, numerical optimization, and deep learning with practical implementation experience.
• Expertise in core computer vision and robotics areas, including structure-from-motion, Visual-Inertial SLAM, large-scale mapping and localization, dense 3D modeling, or neural rendering (e.g., NeRF, Gaussian Splatting).
• Hands-on experience with PyTorch.
• Familiarity with deploying neural network models is a plus.

Benefits

At Tesla, we offer an exceptional benefits package to our full-time employees, starting on your first day:

• Medical: Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction.
• Family-building support, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental and vision plans, both with options for $0 paycheck contributions.
• Company-paid HSA contributions (with high-deductible medical plans).
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial perks.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous sick leave, vacation, and paid holidays.
• Backup childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits such as critical illness insurance, theft protection, and pet insurance.
• Employee wellness programs, including weight loss and tobacco cessation support.
• Discounts and perks through Tesla’s employee programs.

Recommendations for Applicants with Disabilities

Tesla is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact accommodationrequest@tesla.com. We encourage applicants with disabilities to apply and share how we can best support them throughout the hiring journey.

Compensation

Tesla offers competitive compensation, with an annual salary ranging from $140,000 to $360,000, including cash and stock awards, along with the comprehensive benefits detailed above. Final pay may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and experience.

¡Don’t miss this opportunity to accelerate your career in one of the most innovative companies on the planet!