Autonomy Platforms Deployment Lead

Waymo; California (MO); On-site; USD 159,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity incentive plan

Benefits program

Job summary

Waymo is seeking an experienced Operations professional to oversee bring-up and deployment of its autonomous platform suites across program phases, from prototype to production. You will partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure rapid feedback and readiness for large-scale deployment.

The role requires 4–6 years in automotive or transportation-related development, strong communication with senior stakeholders, and proven ability to work with partners and external teams.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in engineering, manufacturing, or automotive, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in automotive-based development.
• Deep operations experience in bringing up hardware and platforms in critical mission environments.
• Experience working with large cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Bring up and enable deployment of new and upcoming Waymo platforms across program phases from prototype to deployment.
• Work with engineering and cross-functional stakeholders on fast feedback, issue discovery and resolution.
• Manage and drive operations for new sensor suite and base vehicle to ensure maturity and large scale deployment readiness.
• Work with automotive partners and partner test drivers on operational observations, feedback, and training.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS degree in engineering, manufacturing, or automotive

Job description

Waymo is seeking an experienced Operations professional to oversee bring-up and deployment of its autonomous platform suites across program phases, from prototype to production. You will partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure rapid feedback and readiness for large-scale deployment.

The role requires 4–6 years in automotive or transportation-related development, strong communication with senior stakeholders, and proven ability to work with partners and external teams.