Software Engineer, Perception Evaluation Software Engineer, Vehicle Platforms C++ Software Engineer, Perception Evaluation Software Engineer, Multiverse Software Engineer, Quantitative Evaluations (C++)

TL;DR

Software Engineer, Perception Evaluation (C++/AI): Architecting high-scale automation and evaluation frameworks for the Waymo Driver's perception stack with an accent on safety, performance, and reliability. Focus on developing simulation tools for advanced sensor emulation and rigorously testing vehicle performance against complex impairments and edge-case faults.

Location: Hybrid; must be based in Mountain View or San Francisco, California

Salary: $170,000—$216,000 USD

Company

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company focused on building the Waymo Driver to improve mobility and save lives through fully autonomous ride-hailing services.

What you will do

• Analyze the perception stack to understand its capabilities across diverse driving conditions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to influence the roadmap for next-generation perception technology.
• Architect mission-critical automation and evaluation frameworks to establish ground truth for system reliability.
• Innovate simulation tools for sensor emulation to test vehicle performance against edge-case faults.
• Support the sign-off process for sensing system development and software releases through milestone reviews.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, or a similar technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial AI applications, including the creation and evaluation of ML products.
• Experience developing and conducting evaluations for large-scale ML software systems.
• Strong proficiency in C++ with a focus on writing robust and efficient code.
• Must be based in or able to work from Mountain View or San Francisco, California.

Nice to have

• MS or PhD in Computer Science or Robotics.
• Experience with L4 autonomous vehicles or L2/L3 ADAS systems.
• Strong software architecture skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Equity incentive plan.
• Generous company benefits program.
• Opportunity to work with one of the world's most experienced autonomous driving systems.