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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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Waymo is hiring a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to work on building state-of-the-art simulations for autonomous driving technology. You'll utilize machine learning to model realistic environments and improve the Waymo Driver's capabilities. This role requires expertise in machine learning and Python.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in machine learning, particularly in developing and deploying models that simulate real-world scenarios. Your background includes working with large datasets and you are proficient in Python, which you have used to implement machine learning algorithms effectively. You understand the intricacies of modeling realistic agents and environments, and you are passionate about improving autonomous driving technology. You thrive in collaborative settings and are eager to work with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges. You have a strong research background and are comfortable navigating the latest advancements in machine learning and simulation technologies.
Desirable
Experience with large foundation models and their applications in simulation would be a significant advantage. Familiarity with autonomous driving systems or related technologies is also beneficial. You are open to learning new tools and methodologies that can enhance the simulation process and improve the fidelity of the models you work with.
What you'll do
As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer at Waymo, you will be integral to the Simulator team, focusing on building simulations that enhance the Waymo Driver's capabilities. You will leverage your machine learning expertise to create realistic models of agents, roads, and traffic systems, ensuring that the simulations are as close to real-world scenarios as possible. You will collaborate with teams in Mountain View and Oxford to develop and integrate large foundation models into various evaluation and training products. Your role will involve setting up and rolling out multiple scenarios to test the Waymo Driver, contributing to the safety and efficiency of autonomous driving technology. You will also be responsible for analyzing the performance of the simulations and iterating on the models to improve their accuracy and reliability.
What we offer
Waymo provides a competitive salary range of £150,000—£162,000 GBP, along with eligibility for an annual bonus program and equity incentive plan. You will have access to a generous benefits program that supports your well-being and professional growth. Working in a hybrid environment, you will have the flexibility to collaborate with your team both in the office and remotely. Join us in our mission to revolutionize mobility and make the roads safer for everyone.
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