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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Waymo's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Waymo's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Waymo
- high 348 stale, 9 reposted of 353 open
- Hiring momentum
- 490 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Waymo's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Waymo.
About this role
As a Senior Software Engineer in Telematics at Waymo, you will focus on developing and maintaining the Linux-based gateway that manages data flow for autonomous vehicles. Your responsibilities will include system software development, Linux OS maintenance, designing networking solutions, and implementing testing methodologies to ensure reliability and security. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex system challenges and contribute to the design of network topologies for vehicle servicing.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Waymo as an employer.
What you need
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency in C and C++
- 3+ years of experience developing, debugging, and deploying software in a Linux environment
- Strong understanding of the IP-based networking stack and experience with its configuration and debugging in a Linux context
Nice to have
- Experience with Embedded Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
- Experience in Linux kernel and device driver development
- Working knowledge of Wi-Fi, cellular and Bluetooth protocols
- Working knowledge of hardware bring-up and debugging, including the ability to read schematics/datasheets and use common tools
- Experience building and maintaining testing infrastructure for OS, kernel, and other low-level code, including HIL testing stations
What you get
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Equity incentive plan
- Generous Company benefits program
Worth weighing
- No specific details provided on the company's culture or team dynamics
- Salary range is quite broad, actual pay may vary significantly based on individual factors
- Role involves working on low-level software which may not appeal to all candidates
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Listed by Waymo on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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