Staff Software Engineer, Lineside MES System

Quick Facts

• Role: Staff-level Software Engineer for a Lineside MES system
• Focus: server-side/backend development for factory software
• Work style: end-to-end delivery + infrequent on-call (no more than once every two months)

Description

Responsible for building tier-1 software used across all factories to manufacture products, with deep experience in server-side and backend development. Lead end-to-end projects from requirements and architectural design through implementation, testing, and production deployment. Deliver resilient, scalable, production-critical systems and mentor engineers while collaborating with cross-functional manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end projects: gather requirements, design architecture, implement, test, and deploy to production
• Deliver high-quality, maintainable code addressing real-world manufacturing challenges
• Mentor engineers and uphold global standards of software craftsmanship
• Prioritize robust production-critical systems with strong validation, monitoring, and support mechanisms
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain
• Participate in on-call rotation (no more than once every two months)
• Directly communicate with stakeholders to define requirements, scope, and implementation

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience (8+ years preferred)
• Preferred experience with Go
• Proven experience implementing large-scale projects in Go, Java, C++, Rust, or similar
• Very strong understanding of backend fundamentals: SQL databases, networking, and security
• Comfort with frontend technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Svelte) for full-stack integration (1–2 years recent experience)
• Proficiency in rigorous software development practices: version control, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, logging
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead technical initiatives from concept to production

Benefits

• Medical plans (day 1) with plan options and $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with options and $0 paycheck contribution
• Company-paid HSA contribution when enrolled in a 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 and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90-day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and vacation time (flex time for salary roles), accrued hours for hourly roles, and paid holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including 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

Expected Compensation

$200,000–$300,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay varies based on factors such as market location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.