Backend Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have 4+ years of backend or infrastructure experience, demonstrating a strong foundation in building and maintaining production systems. Your experience includes collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring that both technical and non-technical members can work together effectively. You are product-minded and understand the importance of developing systems that are not only functional but also enhance user experience and operational efficiency.

Your expertise in C++ is complemented by a willingness to engage in professional development activities to stay current with industry trends and technologies. You thrive in environments where you can work closely with operations, product, legal, partnerships, and policy teams, ensuring that all aspects of the business are considered in your engineering solutions.

You are comfortable working in hybrid settings, balancing on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. Your communication skills allow you to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that drives project success.

Desirable

Experience with operations tooling, developer productivity, or developer tools is a plus, as it aligns with the mission of enhancing the Waymo Driver's capabilities. You are eager to contribute to a team that is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, and you are motivated by the impact your work can have on improving mobility and safety.

What you'll do

As a Backend Software Engineer on the Driver Validation team, you will help build and evolve mission-critical horizontal infrastructure and tooling that underpins all commercialization systems. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineering teams to develop systems that integrate seamlessly with the Waymo Driver, mobile applications, and cloud backends. You will tackle cross-cutting problems that require innovative solutions and a deep understanding of both technical and functional requirements.

You will be responsible for designing and implementing robust backend systems that support the scalability and reliability of Waymo's ride-hailing services. This includes optimizing existing systems and developing new features that enhance the overall user experience. You will participate in code reviews, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the codebase remains maintainable and efficient.

Your work will also involve monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues as they arise, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with product managers and other stakeholders to ensure that engineering efforts align with business goals and user needs.

What we offer

Waymo offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and transportation, contributing to a mission that aims to save lives and improve access to mobility. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. At Waymo, we believe that diverse teams build better products, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and making a meaningful impact on the world.