Waymo · 8 hours ago
Systems Engineer, Behavioral Requirements
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$158K/yr - $200K/yrWaymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. The Systems Engineer role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft requirements, analyze data, and create documentation to support system designs while ensuring alignment across teams.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesSensorTransportation
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft requirements that align with safety, regulatory, and product needs
Gather and analyze critical data to define metrics, qualify systems for release, and influence system design decisions based on evidence-based insights
Create and maintain clear, precise documentation to support system designs, decisions, and processes while ensuring alignment across teams
Drive strategic alignment and lead discussions around system design trade-offs, ensuring buy-in from stakeholders and fostering a collaborative team culture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering or related field (e.g., Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to tackle technical challenges, analyze cross-disciplinary problems, and propose innovative, maintainable solutions
Experience with data collection, statistical analysis, and developing metrics to support system evaluation or improvement
Strong skills in creating clear and concise technical documentation and effectively presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences
Proven ability to contribute to or lead cross-functional initiatives, driving alignment and ensuring stakeholder engagement throughout the development process
Proficiency with tools like Python, MATLAB, or similar for data analysis
Preferred
Experience with large-scale system architecture, including integrating hardware and software systems in a regulated or safety-critical environment
Familiarity with leveraging machine learning models for system optimization or predictive analytics
Experience leading cross-team initiatives, including coordinating with external vendors or partners to deliver high-impact solutions
Proven track record of defining and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity, test coverage, or system reliability
Knowledge of automotive, robotics, or related industries, particularly in areas like safety systems, motion planning, or perception systems
Benefits
Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program
Equity incentive plan
Generous Company benefits program
Company
Waymo
Waymo is a mobility technology company that improves transportation by developing self-driving solutions for travelers and daily commuters. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
Founded in 2009
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (231)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.1BKey Investors
Alphabet
2024-07-23Series C· $5.6B
2021-06-16Series B· $2.5B
2020-05-12Series A· $750M
Leadership Team
Tekedra Mawakana
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Annabel Chang
Head of State Policy & Government Relations
Recent News
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