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Recruiter, Hardware Engineering

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

4/22/2026

Compensation

$64,000 - $204,000 a year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
💎 Strong Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

Tesla is seeking experienced recruiters to support its Hardware Engineering teams across various locations. The role involves end-to-end recruiting for technical positions, developing sourcing strategies, and collaborating with leadership to meet hiring needs in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, preferably in hardware engineering, electronics, semiconductors, automotive, robotics, or consumer electronics
  • Strong understanding of hardware engineering concepts and ability to discuss technical requirements with Staff Engineers and Directors
  • Proven ability to source and close passive senior-level candidates in competitive markets
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; thrives in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment
  • Experience with targeted and high-priority hiring
  • Passion for Tesla’s mission and comfort working in a high-performance, results-oriented culture

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end recruiting for Hardware Engineering roles across Palo Alto, Austin, and other sites
  • Develop creative sourcing strategies to attract top talent from competitors, startups, and research institutions
  • Partner with Hardware leadership to understand technical requirements, team needs, and hiring priorities
  • Conduct initial screens, coordinate interviews with engineering panels, and drive offer processes with competitive compensation packages
  • Champion Tesla’s culture and mission to candidates

Benefits

  • Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.

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