
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...
🎁 Benefits
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🌟 Culture
Waymo fosters a culture of innovation and safety, focusing on the real-world application of autonomous technology. The company values diversity and in...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Waymo is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Perception Modeling to develop systems that enhance autonomous driving technology. You'll work with Python, TensorFlow, and Keras to analyze real-world behavior and optimize models. This role requires experience in machine learning and computer vision.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in machine learning and computer vision, with experience in developing and optimizing models for real-world applications. You are proficient in Python and have hands-on experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow and Keras. Your understanding of spatial-temporal representations and semantic meanings allows you to contribute effectively to perception modeling tasks. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with research teams to address complex challenges in autonomous driving technology. You are passionate about leveraging large-scale real-world data to improve model performance and enhance the capabilities of autonomous systems. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.
Desirable
Experience with large-scale data processing and analysis is a plus. Familiarity with autonomous driving systems or related technologies will help you excel in this role. A background in research or publications in relevant fields can also be beneficial.
What you'll do
As a Machine Learning Engineer at Waymo, you will be responsible for developing methods for efficiently learning from large-scale real-world data. You will work on building and optimizing models that enhance the Waymo Driver's perception capabilities. Collaborating with downstream teams, you will integrate your models into the Waymo Driver system, ensuring they perform effectively in real-world scenarios. You will analyze real-world behavior to understand the complexities of interacting with the environment and develop systems that can handle these challenges. Your contributions will directly impact the safety and reliability of autonomous driving technology, making a difference in mobility access and traffic safety.
What we offer
Waymo offers a competitive salary range of $170,000—$216,000 USD, along with eligibility for an annual bonus program and equity incentive plan. You will be part of a mission-driven company focused on transforming transportation through autonomous technology. Our benefits program is generous, supporting your health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us in our mission to create the world's most trusted driver and make a significant impact on the future of mobility.
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