Sr. Technical Program Manager, Datacenter Planning & Delivery, AI Data Center Development

What To Expect Datacenter Technical Program Manager (TPM) role focused on AI builds/clusters includes a strong technical background in hardware deployment, data center infrastructure, and program management for large‑scale AI/high‑performance computing (HPC) systems. This role involves coordinating cross‑functional teams (engineering, supply chain, operations, vendors) to design, build, deploy, and scale HPC clusters in Tesla owned/built data centers. This position is based in the Tesla Austin Gigafactory. Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The successful candidate will be a self‑starter; motivated with expert overall Program Management expertise. What You’ll Do Program Management: Lead cross‑functional, global/matrixed teams; manage schedules, risks, dependencies and deliverables across hardware, software, construction and facilities teams. Build strong relationships between various cross‑functional teams – Drive end‑to‑end large‑scale GPU cluster builds and deployments. Gather requirements, scope, help prioritization, resources, budget and planning for all phases of the Program life cycle. Drive organizational alignment and efficiency by coordinating with multi‑functional leads and streamlining processes. Serve as the first point of escalation for the project team. Technical Acumen: Understand GPU server design, cluster architecture, system monitoring/instrumentation (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) and supply chain/ODM‑OEM coordination for reliable assembly. Datacenter design concepts – power/cooling technologies, datacenter construction. Leadership & Communication: Present to senior leadership, manage vendors/customers and resolve issues in ambiguous or high‑pressure environments. Report on overall program status, providing insights, risks and recommendations to senior management. What You’ll Bring 7 to 10+ years in technical program/project management, with direct experience in hardware systems, data center deployments or AI/ML infrastructure. Hands‑on or strong familiarity with high‑performance computing (HPC), GPU clusters, datacenter power/cooling, networking and infrastructure deployment. Ability to match the Tesla fast pace and culture. Benefits Compensation and Benefits: Competitive pay; full‑time Tesla employee, 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 $0 paycheck contribution. Company‑Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA contribution when enrolled in the high‑deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and dependent‑care 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: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr