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Deployment Program Manager, Optimus

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Nov 04, 2026
What to Expect We are looking for aDeployment Program Manager thatwill play a key role in scaling ourOptimusdata collection initiatives byidentifying optimallocations, coordinating complex deployments, and continuously improving our operational processes with a strong focus on cross-collaboration and team success. What You'll Do Travel to and scope potential locations for Optimus data collection initiatives, evaluating sites for technical feasibility, safety, and data quality potential Drive cross-collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to gather status updates, resolve blockers, and maintain accurate tracking within our project management platform Take end-to-end ownership of initiatives with holistic project thinking, ensuring seamless coordination from scoping through execution and follow-up Schedule external-facing initiatives and manage complex calendars across multiple teams and partners Identify opportunities to automate processes and optimize current workflows to improve efficiency, scalability, and quality Proactively find areas where we can leverage resources and partnerships to scale future data collection initiatives Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality when handling sensitive deployment details, partner information, and Tesla IP What You'll Bring Strong organization skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-moving environment Demonstrated experience in cross-collaboration and putting team success above individual success Customer-facing or sales experience is highly valued - ability to build strong external relationships and represent Tesla professionally Excellent scheduling and coordination skills with a track record of managing complex, multi-party initiatives Experience identifying and implementing process automation and optimization opportunities Comfort with frequent travel and the ability to quickly evaluate and adapt to new environments High degree of confidentiality and integrity in all aspects of work, first-principles approach to problem solving with end-to-end holistic project thinking and a passion for Tesla's mission and excitement about the development of humanoid robotics Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)