Tesla · 1 month ago
Software License Specialist
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $186K/yrTesla is seeking a Software License Specialist to manage and optimize engineering and enterprise software licenses, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency. The role involves collaborating with Engineering stakeholders and supporting procurement efforts to maximize software availability while minimizing overspending.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze software license usage to optimize allocation and reduce unnecessary costs
Identify and investigate opportunities to consolidate tools to improve commercial positions and reduce overhead related to vendor management
Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and internal policies
Track licensing costs by department / team / user and maintain regular communication with organization and leadership on usage levels and associated costs
Support team with quarterly cost forecasting by analyzing usage patterns
Work with IT, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to align software needs with business goals. Project manage these cross-functional optimization efforts to ensure deliverables are achieved within agreed timelines and with measurable results
Provide documentation on license policies and best practices
Develop scripts or use automation tools to streamline license tracking and reporting
Leverage license management tools to ensure that all applicable usage is tracked including named/shareable and token based licensing
Qualification
Required
Experience with FLEXlm (FlexNet Publisher), DSLS (Dassault Systèmes License Server), RLM (Reprise License Manager), and OpenLM
Strong understanding of floating, named-user, and token-based licensing models
Basic knowledge of major Engineering software platforms: 3DX, Ansys, Autodesk etc
Ability to interface with highly cross functional teams to understand needs and find balanced solutions that deliver on the needs at the lowest cost
Project management experience, with demonstrated ability to drive accountability of cross-functional teams
Data Analysis skills to assess license usage and recommend optimizations
Familiarity with scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation
Experience with Jira
Knowledge of software procurement processes and vendor license agreements
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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