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Sr. Software QA Engineer, Vehicle Configurator, Digital Experience

Tesla

Fremont, CAOn Site

Original Job Summary

What To Expect

Tesla’s Digital Product Engineering team is looking for an engineer to spearhead the quality assurance of our end-to-end Used Car Management System. In this role, you will build a suite of tools to automate testing and validation for various features including used car intake, trade-in offers, lease return, delivery experience, and used car valuation, all aimed at accelerating system design and enhancing product engagement in the global market.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and execute automated tests including system integration, functional, regression, and API testing.
  • Develop and maintain test automation frameworks using tools such as Selenium and Python.
  • Collaborate with product teams, engineers, and used car stakeholders to transform business operations into test cases.
  • Define, implement, and maintain test plans, specifications, and test suites using sound testing methodologies.
  • Identify and report defects and work closely with development teams to resolve issues.
  • Develop and maintain test data and environments, participate in code reviews, and provide feedback on testability and quality.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing and quality assurance.

What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant practical experience.
  • Experience with Python, Go, Java, React, or C++.
  • Experience in client-server architectures and test automation.
  • Proficiency in SQL for test validation and log analysis with tools like Splunk.
  • Experience with API testing using Postman or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and Agile methodologies with CI/CD practices.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Benefits and Compensation

As a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for competitive pay, cash and stock awards, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, employee stock purchase plans, and additional perks such as commuter benefits and employee discounts.

Expected Compensation

$128,000 - $192,000 annual salary, plus cash and stock awards and benefits. Pay may vary depending on multiple factors such as market location, job-related experience, and skills.

Key skills/competency

  • Automation
  • Selenium
  • Python
  • API Testing
  • SQL
  • CI/CD
  • Agile
  • Regression
  • Integration
  • Log Analysis

How to Get Hired at Tesla

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Align skills with Tesla's job requirements.
  • Highlight automation expertise: Emphasize Selenium and Python experience.
  • Research Tesla: Study their innovations and digital products deeply.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Practice API, SQL, and log analysis scenarios.
  • Network strategically: Connect with current Tesla engineers on LinkedIn.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Selenium scripting techniques thoroughly.
Practice Python test automation scenarios.
Refine SQL query writing skills.
Study API testing with Postman specifics.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenge resolved in a testing project.
Explain how you handle tight deadlines.
Discuss teamwork in cross-functional environments.
Share examples of self-driven problem solving.