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Staff Software Engineer / Technical Lead Manager - Mapping

Waymo LLCMountain View, CA, USA
Hybrid Full-time $238K/yr - $302K/yr

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Experienced manager excited about both leading people and being highly technical. Backend engineer with experience building server-side infrastructure and data processing. Solid coding skills (C++ preferred).7+ years of total experience, 2+ years as a manager. Strong sense of ownership and ability to thrive in ambiguity. Proven track record of leading a team to solve difficult technical challenges.

About the job

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, Waymo has committed to developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. With the Waymo Driver powering our fully autonomous ride-hail service, we have achieved over ten million rider-only trips, backed by more than 100 million miles driven autonomously on public roads and tens of billions of miles simulated across 15+ U. S. states.

The Waymo Mapping Team is on a mission to create a high-resolution map of the world to ensure safe autonomous driving. Our innovative approach combines automated and manual mapping techniques, alongside building the necessary infrastructure to store, process, and disseminate mapping data. Collaboration is key as our team partners with various Waymo divisions that depend on map data.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead a dynamic team focused on Field Response infrastructure, driving the next phase of Waymo’s rapid expansion.
  • Own the strategy and roadmap for Mapping change detection, a pivotal element in scaling our mapping capabilities.
  • Recruit and mentor a team of engineers to tackle complex business challenges and technical obstacles.
  • Design and implement mission-critical systems that enable low-latency responses from Waymo’s fleet signals.
  • Build resilient backend infrastructure and data processing systems that can scale with Waymo’s growth.

You have:

  • A seasoned managerial background, enthusiastic about leading teams while maintaining technical expertise.
  • Proven experience as a backend engineer, with a history of building server-side infrastructure and effective data processing systems.
  • Strong programming skills, with C++ being highly preferred.
  • Over 7 years of total professional experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
  • A robust sense of ownership and the ability to navigate uncertainty effectively.
  • A successful track record of guiding teams through complex technical challenges.

It’s a bonus if you possess:

  • Experience in Mapping and Localization.
  • Background in the Autonomous Vehicle industry.
  • Experience in hiring and developing a new team.

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About Waymo LLC

Waymo LLC is a pioneering technology company specializing in autonomous driving solutions. Our mission is to make the world's roads safer and enhance mobility for everyone through our cutting-edge innovations.

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