Waymo · 1 week ago
Sr System Engineer, Telematics
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. The role involves developing, securing, and maintaining the connectivity infrastructure for Waymo's fleet, focusing on system software for the Telematics unit.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesSensorTransportation
Responsibilities
System Software Development: Work on a small team of System Software and Linux Kernel Engineers to design, develop, and deploy production-grade system software components for driverless vehicles, from initial prototyping through launch
Linux OS Ownership: Maintain and upgrade the operating system of the Telematics unit, including Linux kernel, device drivers, and core OS services
Networking & Connectivity: Design and implement robust, high-performance networking solutions, focusing on reliable data transfer over wifi and cellular modems
Infrastructure & Testing: Design and implement comprehensive testing methodology and infrastructure to ensure the reliability and security of low-level software and seamless deployment of updates across the fleet. Leverage automated testing of hardware to exercise low-level hardware-software systems
Cross-Functional Problem Solving: Collaborate effectively with hardware partners (SoC vendors, ODMs) and internal engineering teams to tackle ambiguous, cross-disciplinary system challenges
Network Topology: Contribute to the design and implementation of depot network topologies for efficient vehicle servicing
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Proficiency in C and C++ is required
3+ years of experience developing, debugging, and deploying software in a Linux environment
A strong understanding of the IP-based networking stack and experience with its configuration and debugging in a Linux context
Preferred
Experience with Embedded Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
Experience in Linux kernel and device driver development
Working knowledge of Wi-Fi (especially in congested environments), cellular and Bluetooth protocols
Working knowledge of hardware bring-up and debugging, including the ability to read schematics/datasheets and use common tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers)
Experience building and maintaining testing infrastructure for OS, kernel, and other low-level code, including HIL testing stations
Experience successfully collaborating with diverse industry partners (CM, ODM, OEM, or ISV)
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.
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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
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