Staff Software Engineer (TLM) (Autonomous Driving)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (TLM) (Autonomous Driving): Developing systems to detect and mitigate real-world autonomous driving issues with an accent on fleet monitoring, scalability, and international market adaptation. Focus on building diagnostic tools, leading software engineering teams, and designing end-to-end technical solutions for the Tokyo deployment.

Location: On Site, Tokyo, Japan

Company

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver.

What you will do

• Develop detection systems for autonomous driving issues across international markets, specifically for Japan.
• Lead and mentor a software engineering team, fostering technical excellence and ownership.
• Build tools for fleet monitoring to support scaling, new software roll-outs, and new geographies.
• Collaborate with Data Science, Mapping, and Onboard Software teams to resolve system bottlenecks.
• Lead strategic investments to enhance diagnostic signals across various Operational Design Domains (ODDs).

Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5-7+ years of experience building scalable, reliable, and performant software systems.
• 1-2+ years of experience managing and mentoring software engineering teams.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, and SQL, with strong system design capabilities.
• Professional or native-level fluency in both Japanese and English required.
• Must be based in Tokyo, Japan for onsite work.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with driving dynamics and road environments in Tokyo, Japan.
• Experience in mapping, localization, geospatial engineering, or high-volume data pipelines.
• Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or GIS industries.