Software Engineer

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• 4+ years of experience programming in backend coding languages
• Strong foundation in computer science (data structures, algorithms, distributed systems)
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with cross-functional partners
• Experience in C++
• Familiarity with Google infrastructure (e.g. Flume, Borg, Protocol Buffers, OnePlatform)
• Experience with payments, billing, or fintech systems where correctness is non-negotiable

What the job involves

• Develop, test, and deploy features for Waymo's next-generation offboard weather systems and infrastructure under the guidance of tech leads
• Implement and maintain scalable data pipelines for weather data ingestion, processing, and storage
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of real-time and forecasting weather applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering partners to deliver reliable, high-quality software solutions
• Ensure high performance, code health, and stability for systems vital to safe fleet operations in diverse weather environments
• Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and write comprehensive technical documentation

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Personalized workplace adjustments for diverse needs and abilities, including physical, mental, and neurodivergent considerations
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite wellness centers
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• Counseling services
• Support programs including menopause benefit
• Competitive compensation
• Regular bonus and equity performance grant opportunities
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Annual cross-company compensation review and pay equity analysis
• 1-on-1 financial coaching
• Fertility and growing family assistance
• Parental leave and baby bonding leave
• Caregiver leave
• Elder care and support
• Backup childcare
• Survivor income benefit
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, sick leave, parental leave, disability, and holidays
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Hybrid work model with remote work opportunities also available
• Educational reimbursement
• Peer learning and coaching platform
• Donation matching programs
• Employee resource groups
• Volunteer hours
• Internal community groups and local culture clubs
• Inspiring spaces to work, recharge, and collaborate with fellow Waymonauts
• On-site meals and snacks
• Fitness centers, massage programs, and ergonomic support
• On-demand fitness, wellbeing, and cooking classes
• Commuter benefits