Senior Engineering Manager - Trust and Safety

P-1107 At Databricks, we are dedicated to empowering data teams to tackle the world's most pressing challenges, from detecting security threats to advancing cancer drug development. Our mission is to create and maintain the leading data and AI infrastructure platform, enabling our customers to concentrate on the significant challenges central to their objectives. Our customers entrust their most critical data to Databricks, and the Trust & Safety team is committed to establishing the most reliable Data and AI platform globally. The Security Foundation Engineering team plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our platform and customers from emerging threats. We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to spearhead this initiative and define how security is integrated into every layer of our platform.

About UsGatik is at the forefront of transforming autonomous middle-mile logistics, providing cutting-edge transportation-as-a-service (TaaS) solutions to streamline B2B supply chains. Our mission is to ensure safe and timely deliveries while alleviating congestion in freight movement. We proudly launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart in 2021, utilizing our Class 3-7 autonomous trucks in key markets such as Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada.Our proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is meticulously designed to securely transport freight between pick-up and drop-off points across the middle mile, excelling in both highway and urban environments. This all-in-one solution integrates advanced software and hardware, seamlessly fitting into our customers’ logistics frameworks.Role OverviewWe are in search of a dedicated Safety Engineer to spearhead safety performance evaluations and implement data-driven assessments for our autonomous trucking systems. In this pivotal role, you will establish and track Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring compliance with Gatik’s safety protocols and promoting ongoing safety enhancements from the vehicle level to fleet-wide implementations.This position requires a commitment to being onsite five days a week at our Mountain View, CA or Fort Worth, TX office.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate safety performance through real-world and simulated data analysis.Lead post-deployment safety assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Join our innovative team at LinkedIn as a Principal Staff Software Engineer specializing in Trust. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of scalable and secure systems, ensuring user trust and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize solutions that enhance the platform's security and user experience.As a key contributor, you will leverage your expertise in software engineering and security practices to influence product direction and drive technical excellence. Your leadership will empower teams to deliver high-quality software that meets our users' needs and expectations.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering advanced safety technology for aviation aimed at saving lives. Our automated aviation systems are set to revolutionize air transportation, enhancing safety and convenience in the movement of goods and eventually people across the globe. Our passionate team comprises engineers with diverse expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, all working tirelessly to bring this transformative vision to life.As a Senior Systems Safety Engineer, you will join our dedicated Systems & Safety team, reporting directly to the Systems & Safety Manager. This team is integral in designing systems that support innovative safety-critical functions, establishing robust development methodologies for new technologies, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.In this role, you will play a crucial part in enhancing the operational and functional capabilities of our aircraft. Your extensive experience in aircraft and systems safety will significantly fortify our team's ability to meet and exceed the rigorous standards set by stakeholders and certification authorities. You will collaborate with various teams within Reliable Robotics to ensure the safety of new, groundbreaking systems essential for unmanned aircraft operations.

Join Waymo as a Senior System Safety Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and reliability of our cutting-edge autonomous vehicle systems. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop, analyze, and implement safety protocols that safeguard our fleet operations.

Waymo is a pioneering autonomous driving technology firm, dedicated to becoming the most trusted driver worldwide. Born from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has tirelessly worked on developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access and save countless lives that are otherwise lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable across various vehicle platforms and applications. Having completed over ten million rider-only trips, our technology has driven more than 100 million miles on public roads and executed tens of billions of miles in simulation across more than 15 U.S. states.This position follows a hybrid work schedule, reporting to a Systems Engineer Lead.Your responsibilities will include:Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, product managers, system safety, and operations leads, to develop and implement requirements, system architecture, and verification strategies for rider safety, security, and compliance features on existing and new vehicle platforms.Independently or in partnership with System Safety, conduct safety analyses to drive performance requirements for new features.Leading comprehensive trade studies, gathering insights from relevant stakeholders to inform decision-making.Taking ownership of solutions, considering all aspects of performance and compliance.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, committed to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has dedicated itself to developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hail service and is adaptable to various vehicle platforms and product applications. With over ten million rider-only trips and more than 100 million miles driven on public roads, alongside tens of billions of miles simulated across 15+ U.S. states, Waymo is leading the way in autonomous transportation.The Waymo Safety team is pivotal in fostering and enhancing the safety of our fully autonomous driving technology. Our specialists formulate safety objectives and strategies, conducting thorough safety engineering analyses to integrate safety considerations at every stage of vehicle design and development. This team also develops and advocates for safety policies for autonomous vehicles, liaising with regulatory bodies, lawmakers, law enforcement, and public and non-profit organizations to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.In this hybrid role, you will report to one of our System Safety Leads.Your responsibilities will include:Leading cross-functional initiatives to perform safety analyses, identifying potential hazards and their origins, assessing safety risks both qualitatively and quantitatively, defining safety requirements, influencing design decisions, proposing mitigation strategies, and supporting verification processes.Engaging in hardware, software, and operations/product design and readiness reviews to ensure safety requirements and mitigations are effectively implemented in the field.Advising on the adoption and adaptation of pertinent safety standards and industry best practices, ensuring Waymo and its partners meet relevant safety regulations.Evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of risk control strategies and aiding in the identification of new hazards.Leading the definition, implementation, and enhancement of relevant System Safety processes while nurturing our safety culture within Waymo.Integrating the System Safety Methodology with other methodologies within the Waymo safety framework.

About Us Nuro is pioneering self-driving technology with the vision of making autonomy accessible to everyone. Established in 2016, we are developing the world’s most scalable driver, integrating advanced AI with automotive-grade hardware. Our flagship technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed to facilitate various applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With years of successful self-driving deployments, Nuro enables automakers and mobility platforms to achieve commercial-scale autonomous vehicles, fostering a safer, connected, and more enriching future. Role Overview At Nuro, safety is not just a priority; it is the cornerstone of our innovation. We are seeking a Systems Safety Technical Program Manager (TPM) who will navigate the crossroads of functional safety standards, platform integration, and interdisciplinary engineering. Your mission will be to ensure our vehicle gains public trust with every journey. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead safety program execution across hardware, embedded software, and control domains. You will translate ISO 26262 requirements into actionable initiatives, drive functional safety artifacts from inception to validation, and guarantee that our safety case is robust, traceable, and ready for audits. Key Responsibilities Safety Program Management:Lead comprehensive program execution for functional safety workstreams, collaborating with Controls, Hardware, and Embedded Software teams. Maintain program schedules, risk registers, and cross-functional dependency maps to ensure timely achievement of safety milestones. Track and resolve safety-related action items, open points, and audit findings across the vehicle platform. Functional Safety & Standards:Drive the development, review, and upkeep of Functional Safety Requirements (FSRs) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs) in accordance with ISO 26262. Support Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and safety goal derivation processes in partnership with systems safety engineers. Ensure all safety work products meet applicable ASIL targets (A–D). Platform Integration, Testing & Validation:Collaborate with integration and validation teams to devise safety-related test strategies for platform-level and system-level verification. Monitor coverage of safety requirements during integration testing, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL).

Waymo is revolutionizing the future of mobility by creating the world's most trusted autonomous driving technology. Originally launched as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has dedicated itself to developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™. Our mission is to enhance mobility access and significantly reduce traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hail service and is adaptable to a variety of vehicle platforms and applications. With over ten million rider-only trips and extensive experience driving autonomously over 100 million miles on public roads, coupled with simulation efforts spanning tens of billions of miles across more than 15 U.S. states, Waymo is at the forefront of safe autonomous driving.The Waymo Safety team is committed to continuously enhancing the safety of our autonomous driving systems. Our experts formulate safety objectives and strategies, conducting thorough safety engineering analyses to ensure that safety considerations are integrated into every phase of vehicle design and development. The team collaborates with regulatory bodies, lawmakers, law enforcement, and non-profit organizations to develop and advocate for safety policies specific to autonomous vehicles. We also play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.In this remote position, you will report directly to a System Safety Engineer.

About Nuro Nuro is pioneering the future of self-driving technology with the goal of making autonomy accessible for everyone. Established in 2016, we are developing the world's most scalable autonomous driver, integrating advanced AI with high-quality automotive hardware. Our flagship technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed to facilitate a variety of applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With a proven track record in autonomous vehicle deployments, Nuro provides automakers and mobility platforms with a clear pathway to commercial-scale AVs, fostering a safer, more connected future. Team Overview The Safety Office is an essential component of our Public Trust organization, operating independently from our technology development and business operations. As the Director of Safety Management Systems, you will spearhead our Safety Office and play a vital role in guiding the executive Safety Committee to articulate our vision and strategy for safety. You will collaborate directly with managers and safety engineers across various functions within the company to ensure the successful implementation of our safety strategy. Role Overview We are in search of an experienced safety leader to enhance the safety of our product design, testing, and operations. Our mission is to improve daily life through robotics, focusing on autonomous vehicle technologies that can drastically reduce roadway injuries and fatalities while rethinking the role of automobiles in society. To achieve these transformative benefits, it is crucial that we develop and deploy our vehicles in ways that prioritize public safety and build public trust. We seek a leader who aligns with our vision and dedication to advancing our groundbreaking technology while upholding the highest safety standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the Office of Safety within Public Trust. Direct the efforts of the company’s executive Safety Committee. Prepare comprehensive Safety Cases for each product, ensuring consistency and clarity in the final documentation. Collaborate with teams across the company to enhance safety protocols.

Logos Space develops a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network designed to provide high-performance, resilient connectivity for both commercial and government clients. The system brings cloud and data center access to a wide range of terminals, fixed, seaborne, and airborne, around the globe. The engineering team brings deep experience in networking and satellite technology, working together to deliver reliable and fast communications. Team Focus The Product and Data Link Security group manages the security and authentication protocols that protect space-based communications. This team supports Layer 2, 2.5, and 3 service models, which enable isolated data flows and end-to-end encryption. Collaboration covers both ground and spacecraft systems to ensure consistent protection across the network. Role Responsibilities Guide the security architecture for onboard satellite systems, covering both bus and payload compute elements. Design secure boot processes and implement attestation mechanisms to verify system integrity. Define and enforce trust boundaries for all onboard components. Work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to uphold platform integrity throughout the lifecycle. Who Succeeds in This Role This position suits engineers who turn broad design concepts into practical, testable architectures and secure solutions. Adaptability and a hands-on approach to problem solving are valued traits within the team. Location This role is based in Mountain View or San Diego.

About UsAurora Innovation is dedicated to advancing self-driving technology with a commitment to safety, speed, and accessibility for all.Discover the Aurora Driver and be part of a revolutionary shift in mobility and logistics that promises a safer and more efficient future.At Aurora, you'll engage with intricate challenges alongside a team of passionate and skilled professionals, enhancing your expertise while diving deeper into your field. For the latest insights from Aurora, explore our website at aurora.tech or connect with us on LinkedIn.We are on the lookout for a skilled Systems and Safety Engineer to play a pivotal role in verifying the autonomous vehicle (AV) sensing capabilities. In this position, you will define and validate the Aurora Driver's sensing capabilities, aiming for superhuman performance and safety standards. Collaborate with our elite engineering teams to achieve ambitious product objectives while upholding rigorous safety standards as we expand across various platforms, environments, and complex technical challenges at scale.

P-1257 At Databricks, we are dedicated to empowering data teams to tackle some of the world's most challenging issues — from pioneering the next mode of transportation to expediting medical innovations. Our mission is realized through the development and management of the foremost data and AI infrastructure platform, enabling our customers to leverage profound data insights for business enhancement. Founded by engineers with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction, we seize every chance to address technical challenges, whether it’s designing cutting-edge UI/UX for data interaction or scaling our services across millions of virtual machines. And we’re just getting started. In the role of Senior Engineering Manager at Databricks, you will spearhead teams in crafting robust, scalable, and reliable software essential for our operations. You will oversee the delivery of products and features developed by your teams, collaborating with engineers and customers to ensure we consistently produce exceptional products enriched with innovative features.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering innovative technologies designed to enhance safety in aviation, ultimately saving lives. Our automated aviation systems are set to revolutionize air transportation, making it safer and more efficient for the movement of goods and, eventually, people around the globe. Our team comprises dedicated engineers with diverse expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, all committed to transforming this vision into reality.As a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer, you will join our Vehicle Design and Integration team, where your expertise will be crucial in merging mechanical, electrical, guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), as well as safety requirements to develop intricate components necessary for the automation of aviation. You will work collaboratively across teams to design a cohesive system architecture and ensure requirements are integrated throughout both hardware and software components.

Reliable Robotics develops automated aviation systems aimed at making air transportation safer and more efficient. The team combines experience in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles to advance how people and goods travel. Role overview The Senior Production Systems Engineer joins the Production team in Mountain View, CA. This group delivers high-quality products and services, supporting the company’s mission to move automated aviation systems from concept to production. The position provides technical leadership and shapes strategy for production capabilities, business systems, and factory infrastructure. What you will do Design and manage production systems that support manufacturing processes, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Plan, develop, and lead the rollout of new features and modules in partnership with SaaS vendors and internal teams. Conduct trade studies to inform decisions about business systems and infrastructure. Set up, automate, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements in design, product, and process. Key focus areas Oversee integration and performance of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools. Lead enhancements using AI, develop and refine production processes, and install factory infrastructure such as printers and inspection equipment. Create real-time analytics tools to support operations in a safety-critical environment.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, our focus has been on developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access and save countless lives lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver underpins our fully autonomous ride-hail service, with applications across various vehicle platforms and use cases. With over ten million rider-only trips facilitated, our technology has autonomously navigated over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions of miles in simulation across more than 15 U.S. states.The Safety Evaluation team acts as the guardians of safety, integrating data analysis expertise and thorough validation into our autonomous driving systems. We work in close collaboration with engineering teams to ground the evaluation of machine learning-intensive systems in safety principles. Our deep knowledge permeates every aspect of our safety-critical systems, ensuring that every decision made by our vehicles is supported by rigorous analysis and sound reasoning. Our mission extends beyond mere assessment to innovation, as we develop advanced ML techniques specifically designed for the intricacies of collision evaluation. Ultimately, we are paving the way for safer roads and a future in which Waymo vehicles navigate the complexities of the real world with confidence.As a Senior Data Scientist specializing in Safety Evaluation at Waymo, you will be pivotal in ensuring the safety and reliability of our autonomous vehicles. Your role will encompass a wide range of data analysis, model development, and evaluation tasks. While no two days are the same at Waymo, your core responsibilities will include:Creating safety evaluation frameworks essential for enhancing ML models.Designing and executing comprehensive data analysis pipelines and validation frameworks.Utilizing statistical methods and ML models to analyze historical/simulation data and evaluate safety performance.Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Simulation and Planning to guarantee thorough safety evaluations across the autonomous driving system.

Join aeva as a Senior Systems Engineering Program Manager, where you will spearhead intricate hardware initiatives from their inception to high-volume manufacturing. In this pivotal role, you will ensure alignment among engineering, manufacturing, and executive teams to deliver superior products on schedule and within budget. This position merges strategic oversight with practical execution, guaranteeing operational readiness across global platforms and fostering seamless collaboration with contract manufacturers and local teams.

At Reliable Robotics, we're pioneering cutting-edge technology that enhances safety in aviation, fundamentally transforming air transportation. Our mission-driven team of engineers, experienced in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, is committed to making safer and more convenient air travel a reality.As a Senior FPGA Design Engineer, you will join our Embedded Systems team, responsible for the firmware and software that form the core of our autonomy stack. This creative and dedicated group delivers robust computing, networking, signal processing, and motor control solutions to bring our aircraft technologies to life. Your role will directly impact the development of our flight computer and air-to-air RADAR systems, paving the way for enhanced capabilities and facilitating product certification and market launch.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering safety-enhancing technology for the aviation industry with a mission to save lives. Our automated aviation systems are set to revolutionize air transportation, making it safer, more efficient, and fundamentally transformative for the movement of goods and people globally. Our team comprises dedicated engineers with rich expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, all striving to turn this vision into reality.In the role of Senior Electrical Test Engineer, you will join our avionics engineering team, where we are responsible for developing a wide range of computing, sensing, actuation, power, and communication systems integral to our automation framework. We seek a well-rounded expert to leverage their electrical engineering and software automation capabilities to create robust testing solutions for complex hardware within a safety-critical setting. This role presents a unique opportunity to evolve our basic testing operations into a high-functioning production-ready system.

At Databricks, we are dedicated to empowering data teams to tackle the world's most challenging problems—from revolutionizing transportation to accelerating medical breakthroughs. Our mission is realized by providing the world’s premier data and AI infrastructure platform, enabling customers to harness deep data insights for business enhancement. Our Search technologies are integral to this mission, facilitating keyword retrieval, semantic similarity through vector embeddings, and hybrid solutions that blend both methods. These capabilities enable users to discover and comprehend information across vast, intricate datasets, powering applications such as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), AI assistants, recommendation systems, enterprise knowledge management, in-product search, and data exploration. As a Senior Engineering Manager for Search, you will be pivotal in designing and scaling our next-gen Search product, which includes Vector Search, Keyword Search, and Search Quality. You will lead the development of a robust, high-performance, cost-effective, and developer-friendly Search stack, equipping customers to create AI applications with precision, speed, and scalability. In addition to hands-on contributions, you will help define the long-term vision, mentor senior engineers, collaborate across teams, and spearhead strategic initiatives that enhance the technical and business impact of Search at Databricks.