Process
The interview process took three weeks.
I applied online. HR reached out via phone, and then ghosted.
I believe they already had an ideal candidate matched.
Hopefully, I'll hear something back from them next week.
Questions
Why this role?
Why you?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 130 interview experiences for the Tesla Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
10%
Pass Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive44%
Neutral32%
Negative24%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Tesla's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Tesla Work Experiences
3.0
Deadlines are tough
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
May 28, 2025
Pros: Growth, but in areas you may not care for.
Cons: Deadlines are rough when working with overseas teams.
3.0
Nice work atmosphere
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
March 4, 2020
Pros: 1. A very fast-paced, dynamic environment with a lot to learn.
2. A collaborative work environment.
Cons: A lot of work is expected in a short time with minimal guidance.
5.0
Best Place, Healthy Environment
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Newyork, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
February 27, 2025
Pros: Best place to work and healthy environment.
Cons: Nothing to say; all is well.
- 3.0Deadlines are toughSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMay 28, 2025Pros: Growth, but in areas you may not care for.Cons: Deadlines are rough when working with overseas teams.
- 3.0Nice work atmosphereSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMarch 4, 2020Pros: 1. A very fast-paced, dynamic environment with a lot to learn. 2. A collaborative work environment.Cons: A lot of work is expected in a short time with minimal guidance.
- 5.0Best Place, Healthy EnvironmentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNewyork, Argyll and Bute, United KingdomFebruary 27, 2025Pros: Best place to work and healthy environment.Cons: Nothing to say; all is well.
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