Senior Software Engineer, Simulator Orchestration (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer, Simulator Orchestration (C++/Python): Building and orchestrating a complex virtual simulation environment for autonomous driving with an accent on system architecture, dynamic configuration, and large-scale C++ codebases. Focus on designing the orchestration layer to support diverse geographies, weather conditions, and next-generation onboard capabilities.

Location: Mountain View, California (Hybrid/Onsite)

Salary: $213,000—$263,000 USD

Company

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company developing the Waymo Driver to improve mobility and save lives through fully autonomous ride-hail services.

What you will do

• Architect simulation solutions for new initiatives, including complex weather setups and expansion into new geographies.
• Design and implement an orchestration layer to dynamically select and compose simulator features based on context.
• Navigate, debug, and maintain a massive C++ codebase comprising both onboard and simulator code.
• Collaborate with Simulator, Eval, and Onboard teams to integrate building blocks into end-to-end simulation solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience in software development.
• Solid proficiency in C++ (preferred) or Python.
• Experience building orchestration, dynamic configuration, or integration layers for large-scale software systems.
• Proven track record of delivering working solutions in complex, ambiguous technical domains.
• Must be based in or able to work from Mountain View, California (Hybrid).

Nice to have

• Deep passion for using simulation technology to advance autonomous driving.
• Experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or large-scale backend infrastructure.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus program.
• Participation in an equity incentive plan.
• Comprehensive company benefits program.
• Opportunity to work on one of the most complex virtual environments ever built.