Electrical Engineer (Sensors)

TL;DR

Electrical Engineer (Sensors): Evaluate, design, build, and validate next-generation sensor products for autonomous driving technology with an accent on power supplies, mixed-signal systems, and full product lifecycle management. Focus on technical problem-solving, hands-on characterization, debugging, system validation, and cross-functional collaboration for seamless integration into vehicle platforms.

Location: Hybrid work schedule, Mountain View, California (US locations). Travel required to manufacturing partners.

Salary Range: $159,000—$196,000 USD

Company

Autonomous driving technology company with the Waymo Driver powering fully autonomous ride-hail services and vehicle platforms.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end product development of sensor technologies from concept through mass production.
• Develop creative engineering solutions with hands-on characterization, debugging, and system validation.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams for integration and high-quality deliverables.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics with 3+ years relevant industry experience.
• Deep understanding of electrical engineering design, power supplies, and mixed-signal systems.
• Strong experience with simulation, EE CAD tools, and schematic capture.
• Familiarity with low-level embedded software and Python.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment; willingness to travel periodically.

Nice to have

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Passion for hands-on hardware and software work.
• Experience developing internal tools and workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus program and equity incentive plan.
• Generous company benefits program.
• Collaborative Hardware Engineering team focused on innovation in sensors for autonomous tech.