
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
Waymo offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents, along with commuter benefits and onsite wellness ...
🌟 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 hiring a Senior Software Engineer for Growth Optimization to design and build backend systems that drive rider growth. You'll work with Python and data science to optimize rider acquisition and retention. This position requires experience in backend engineering and data-driven decision-making.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, particularly in building scalable systems that support data-driven decision-making. Your expertise in Python allows you to design and implement robust backend services that automate targeting and optimization processes. You understand the importance of collaboration across teams, particularly with data science and product management, to ensure that growth strategies are measurable and effective.
You are comfortable working with data pipelines and have experience in productionizing models to enhance user acquisition and retention strategies. Your analytical mindset enables you to continuously improve processes and systems, ensuring that they adapt to changing user needs and market conditions. You thrive in cross-functional environments and enjoy the challenge of optimizing complex systems to drive growth.
Desirable
Experience with data science methodologies and tools is a plus, as is familiarity with A/B testing and experimentation frameworks. You may also have a background in the autonomous driving or tech industry, which would provide valuable context for your work at Waymo.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and implement backend services that power the intelligence layer for rider growth. This includes developing systems that automate targeting, experimentation, and optimization across the rider funnel. You will collaborate closely with data scientists to productionize models that inform growth strategies, ensuring that decisions are based on solid data and analytics.
Your responsibilities will include building data pipelines that facilitate the flow of information necessary for effective targeting and optimization. You will work on automating processes that enhance rider acquisition, activation, and retention, making sure that these systems are scalable and efficient. You will also be involved in measuring the impact of growth initiatives, using data to refine strategies and improve outcomes over time.
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 be part of a mission-driven company focused on improving mobility and safety through autonomous driving technology. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, providing you with the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of autonomous transportation.
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