Process
You will see where you fit on two screens, followed by a panel where you will do a 30-minute presentation. This is before breaking out into individual one-on-ones with the panel.
Sometimes, an exam for technical folks follows, but this is not always the case.
Questions
Experience
Why Tesla
Some technical questions in my area of expertise Some technical questions not in my area of expertise
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 8 interview experiences for the Tesla Engineer role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Engineer roles in Palo Alto, California is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Engineer interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 5.0Best Company EverEngineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesOctober 13, 2025Pros: Best company to work forCons: None that I can think of
- 2.0Freedom, Big Budget, No SupportEngineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesJune 12, 2025Pros: Lots of work Freedom Big budgetCons: No support. No professional development. Overworked.
- 4.0It was alright.Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesApril 3, 2025Pros: Easy, organized, simple, chill, fun.Cons: Slow, sat in a chair all day.
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