
About Waymo
Revolutionizing transportation with autonomous driving
Key Highlights
- Operates in cities like Phoenix, San Francisco, and LA
- Completed over 10 million fully driverless rides
- Raised $11.1 billion in funding
- Aiming for one million trips per week by 2026
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, operating robotaxis in cities like Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. With over 10 million fully driverless rides and more than 100 million miles driven, Waymo is transforming transportation. The compan...
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Backend Engineer • Mid-Level
Waymo • Mountain View - Hybrid
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Waymo is seeking a Backend Engineer to design and develop advanced simulations for their autonomous driving technology. You'll work with C++ to enhance the performance of the Waymo Driver. This role requires experience in backend engineering and offers a competitive salary range of $204,000—$259,000 USD.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering, particularly in designing and developing complex systems. Your experience with C++ allows you to create efficient and scalable solutions that contribute to the advancement of autonomous driving technology. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with diverse teams, including software engineers, machine learning engineers, and data scientists.
You understand the importance of realistic simulations in testing and training autonomous systems. Your knowledge of advanced machine learning algorithms and their application in simulation contexts sets you apart. You are detail-oriented and have a passion for improving mobility solutions that can save lives.
Desirable
Experience with simulation technologies or autonomous systems is a plus. Familiarity with modeling realistic environments, including agents and traffic systems, will enhance your contributions to the team. You are eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in a rapidly evolving field.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and develop simulations that accurately reflect real-world driving conditions. Your work will involve modeling various agents, such as vehicles and pedestrians, as well as environmental factors like weather and traffic control systems. You will collaborate closely with other engineers to ensure that the simulations are robust and effective in training the Waymo Driver.
You will be responsible for optimizing simulation performance and ensuring that the systems you develop can handle extensive data processing. Your contributions will directly impact the safety and reliability of autonomous driving technology. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of engineering practices within the team.
What we offer
Waymo provides a competitive salary range of $204,000—$259,000 USD, along with eligibility for an annual bonus program and equity incentive plan. You will have access to generous company benefits, fostering a supportive work environment. As part of a mission-driven company, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of mobility and making a positive impact on society.
Join us at Waymo, where you will be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence in autonomous driving technology. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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