Senior Software Engineer Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
Very bad interview process. Many recruiters will call for the same opening. There are always multiple submissions. A few recruiters have some insiders at Tesla Motors. First, the insider will call and ask questions. Ultimately, the resume stops at the recruiter's end, and we never get a chance to take a real interview. Still, below are some expectations to be fulfilled from the recruiter's end.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Tesla Senior Software Engineer role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in Palo Alto, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Senior Software Engineer interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 5.0Always Busy, Great CompanySenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesOctober 31, 2025Pros: Very high demand. Always something to do.Cons: No cons, great company honestly.
- 2.0Employee Work ExperienceSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMay 19, 2025Pros: Smart people. Innovative company with a great mission.Cons: Below average pay. Insufficient resources. Ridiculous expectations for a place that is no longer a startup. Elon and his crazy whims and politics.
- 1.0Terrible company to work for.Senior Software Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesFebruary 27, 2025Pros: None that I can think ofCons: Awful work environment and terrible culture.
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