Machine Learning Scientist, Autopilot Foundation Models

Key Skills

AI Robotic systems, Computer Vision (CV), CUDA/GPU programming, Deep Learning, JAX framework, Machine learning techniques, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow

Job Description

What to Expect

You will be part of a small team of deep learning experts, working in tandem with Autopilot AI neural network task owners, to train powerful foundation models that encode features relevant to autonomous driving and understanding of the world.

What You’ll Do

• Train large generative models and multi-task networks that deeply understand the world and how it evolves over time, with the end goal of benefitting downstream tasks involving autonomous perception and planning 
• Push the boundaries of machine learning in the autonomous driving industry by developing cutting-edge techniques in multi-task learning, video networks, generative models (e.g., diffusion, VQ-VAE, autoregressive transformers), and semi-supervised methods (e.g., DINO). 

What You’ll Bring

• A track record of training large, complex models successfully, from dealing with infra issues and stabilizing large model training, to techniques for balancing multi-task learning and training high-quality generative models 
• Strong experience with Python and software engineering best practices. 
• An “under the hood” knowledge of deep learning: layer details, loss functions, optimization, etc. 
• Fluency with common neural network architectures for computer vision, speech, NLP, etc. 
• Experience with PyTorch, or another major deep learning framework such as JAX or TensorFlow. 
• Familiarity with standard scientific computing primitives, such as batched operations, grid-sample, scatter / gather, einsum, etc. 
• (bonus) Strong systems knowledge, ability to profile and optimize training and evaluation scripts 

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

Expected Compensation

• $116,000 - $360,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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