Software Engineer Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
I was interviewed by two engineers. One was an MIT undergrad, and the other was an MIT Ph.D.
They asked me questions ranging from control theory to machine learning, electric circuits, and mechanics. It was super broad and detailed; needless to say, I had a very difficult time.
Perhaps I didn't make it clear to them that I was mainly a software engineer.
Questions
Give me the transfer function for PID control.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 40 interview experiences for the Tesla Software Engineer role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their 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 Software Engineer interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 5.0It's what you would expectSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesDecember 15, 2021Pros: Unlike other tech companies, the interns have a real function other than being an intern doing some (usually useless) intern project. You're integrated into the team as any other engineer. Lots of interesting, impactful work to do. Despite being a huge company, Tesla feels like a startup and is very scrappy (not a ton of bureaucracy).Cons: Pay is low for the SF Bay Area. HQ is kinda scuffed, but I personally find a charm in this.
- 3.0Good Company, Low SalarySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMay 2, 2024Pros: A good company over all points.Cons: The salary is too low as compared.
- 3.0Amazing place to workSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesDecember 8, 2024Pros: Interesting projects, definitely won't be bored working here.Cons: No work-life balance, insane amount of work.
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