Staff Software Engineer (Collision Avoidance Testing)

• Waymo’s Systems Engineering team works together to blend software and hardware systems in groundbreaking new ways. We set the high performance standards that ensure our vehicles run smoothly and keep passengers safe, then design and perform the tests that validate that performance
• We’re looking for talented teammates who’ll help us maintain strong teamwork and are passionate about driving results
• This role follows a hybrid work schedule and you will report to Systems Engineering Leadership
• Architect software and design systems that enable scalable and maintainable testing of autonomous vehicle collision avoidance capabilities
• Establish strategic technical partnerships with the simulation team to co-design well-defined and extensible APIs
• Integrate, test, and validate the latest state of the art simulation technologies with our collision avoidance testing framework
• Develop new tools and capabilities to automate test quality and performance
• Mentor more junior engineers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Personalized workplace adjustments for diverse needs and abilities, including physical, mental, and neurodivergent considerations
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite wellness centers
• Counseling services
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Support programs including menopause benefit
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• Competitive compensation
• Regular bonus and equity performance grant opportunities
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Annual cross-company compensation review and pay equity analysis
• 1-on-1 financial coaching
• Fertility and growing family assistance
• Parental leave and baby bonding leave
• Backup childcare
• Survivor income benefit
• Elder care and support
• Caregiver leave
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, sick leave, parental leave, disability, and holidays
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Hybrid work model with remote work opportunities also available
• Educational reimbursement
• Peer learning and coaching platform
• Donation matching programs
• Volunteer hours
• Employee resource groups
• Internal community groups and local culture clubs
• Inspiring spaces to work, recharge, and collaborate with fellow Waymonauts
• On-site meals and snacks
• Fitness centers, massage programs, and ergonomic support
• On-demand fitness, wellbeing, and cooking classes
• Commuter benefits

• BS in Computer Science or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering
• Strong C++ and Python coding skills
• Technical leadership skills, with the ability to drive strategy, influence across teams, and mentor other engineers
• Demonstrated ability to design robust, scalable, and maintainable software architectures and APIs
• Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience with simulation systems
• Experience in autonomous vehicles or robotics