
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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Technical Lead • Senior
Waymo • Mountain View - Hybrid
Overview
Waymo is seeking a Senior Staff TLM for their Perception team to lead the Vehicle Understanding area. You'll drive the development of production modules related to vehicle classification and states. This role requires extensive experience in leading technical teams.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in leading technical teams, particularly in the field of perception and semantics understanding. With over 5 years of experience in a related domain, you have a proven track record of driving projects from conception to execution, ensuring that your team meets its goals while pushing the boundaries of technology. You excel in building collaborative relationships with both upstream and downstream teams, facilitating effective communication and project alignment.
Your expertise includes a deep understanding of vehicle classification and the various states and intents that vehicles can exhibit. You are familiar with the challenges of developing production modules that require fine-grained classification and are adept at navigating the complexities of autonomous driving technology. You are passionate about improving mobility and safety through innovative solutions.
Desirable
Experience in the autonomous driving industry or related fields is a plus. Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application in perception systems will set you apart. You are comfortable working in a hybrid environment and are open to collaborating with diverse teams across different locations.
What you'll do
In this role, you will lead the Vehicle Understanding team, focusing on the production modules that are critical to the Waymo Driver's functionality. You will be responsible for overseeing the development of systems that classify vehicles into various categories and states, ensuring that the Waymo Driver can interpret its environment accurately. Your leadership will be essential in scaling Waymo's business and driving the immediate impact of your team's work.
You will collaborate closely with other teams to facilitate the integration of your work into the broader Waymo ecosystem. This includes working with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the Vehicle Understanding modules meet the necessary requirements and are delivered on time. You will also be involved in strategic discussions about the future direction of the technology and how it can be applied to enhance the Waymo Driver's capabilities.
What we offer
Waymo offers a competitive salary range of $281,000 to $356,000 USD, along with eligibility for an annual bonus program and equity incentive plan. You will also benefit from a generous company benefits program, which includes health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Join us in our mission to revolutionize transportation and make the roads safer for everyone.
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