Software Engineer Tech Lead

About Waymo

Waymo is a pioneering autonomous driving technology company dedicated to transforming mobility and enhancing safety on the roads. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project launched in 2009, Waymo leads in advanced driver-assistance systems and strives to become the world's most trusted driver through the Waymo Driver.

About the Role

The Software Engineer Tech Lead will head the software-fault release evaluation team, overseeing an end-to-end simulation system that conducts virtual driver tests for the Waymo Driver. This role focuses on identifying and mitigating software faults, improving testing fidelity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust autonomous driving technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years full-time software engineering or a quantitative PhD with 2+ years experience
• Proficiency in C++ and familiarity with Python
• Experience with SQL
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for autonomous driving technology and simulation-based evaluation

Responsibilities

• Oversee and contribute to the virtual driver’s testing system
• Develop strategies to enhance testing quality and reliability
• Collaborate with engineering and data science teams for accurate test predictions
• Align system design with industry best practices
• Integrate machine learning models for simulating complex driving scenarios
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve fault detection processes

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $238,000 to $302,000 USD
• Participation in a discretionary annual bonus program
• Eligibility for equity incentive plans
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and professional growth opportunities

Key skills/competency

• C++
• Python
• SQL
• Simulation
• Autonomous Driving
• Fault Detection
• Machine Learning
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Software Testing
• System Reliability