Machine Learning TLM, Simulation Realism
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with a mission to make it safe and easy for people and things to get where they’re going. Since our start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has been focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to improve everyone's access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. Our Waymo Driver powers Waymo One, our fully autonomous ride-hailing service, as well as Waymo Via, our trucking and local delivery service. To date, Waymo has driven over 20 million miles autonomously on public roads across 25 U.S. cities and conducted over 20 billion miles of simulation testing.
At Waymo, we are mission-driven and believe deeply in the opportunity of autonomous driving technology to improve mobility and make people's lives better. We are united by purpose and responsibility (for our employees and riders alike). We are looking for kind, committed, employees who have integrity, dream big, work together as one team and create a sense of belonging for one another that is the foundation of our culture. We want each team member to feel welcomed and included in every step of our exciting journey.
This role will be a hybrid of in-office and work from home
The Simulation team at Waymo is a diverse, innovative, and collaborative group of software and ML engineers and data scientists. We design and build an industry-leading simulation solution with advanced ML algorithms that measures and boosts the performance of the Waymo Driver. Some of our team's work has been featured in the Waymo blog ("Simulation City"), with more papers and videos to come. We're seeking a curious and experienced Tech Lead Manager to accelerate the tech development and growth of Waymo.
In this role, you'll:
- Lead a world-class R&D team on building ML-driven simulation solutions in order to accelerate Waymo's growth;
- Apply deep domain expertise in Machine Learning (especially Generative AI), Computer Vision, and/or Computer Graphics to push simulation realism and autonomous driving to the next level;
- Drive the whole lifecycle of tech innovation, from prototypes to productization into large-scale simulation and data processing systems;
- Grow and manage high-caliber ML & Software Engineers in an exciting, fast-paced, diverse environment.
At a minimum we'd like you to have:
- M.S. in Computer Science (or related fields) + 10 years working experience, or a Ph.D. in Computer Science (or related fields) + 7 years working experience;
- Academic background and industrial experience in one or more related fields: Machine Learning, Computer Vision / Perception, Computer Graphics & Rendering;
- 5+ years experience in team leadership and people management.
It's preferred if you have:
- 3+ years experience in simulation, autonomous driving, and robotics;
- Direct experience in Generative AI, including multi-modal foundation models and Diffusion models.
While at Waymo, you will enjoy benefits that cover…
Health and wellness: Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), a Health Saving Account (HSA), and special wellness programs.
Financial wellness: Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer a great compensation package, bonus opportunities, equity, a generous 401(k) plan, 1-on-1 financial coaching, a 529 College Savings Plan and lots of other perks and employee discounts.
Flexibility and time off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave.
Supporting families: When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support. Enhanced leave options include paid parental leave (birthing parent gets 24 weeks of paid leave with up to 4 weeks of additional leave before their due date, and non-birthing parent gets 18 weeks of paid leave), and 20 days of subsidized backup childcare or adult/elder care.. Access to fertility care or adoption support as you grow your family.
Community and personal development: At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.
Cool perks: Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.