BS, SysEng Software Engineer (2027 Summer Intern)

Waymo; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health support programs

Onsite wellness centers

Parental leave and baby bonding leave

401(k) retirement plans

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Waymo is offering an internship where you will design, implement, and test software infrastructure, test runners, and tooling in C++ and Python to scale test execution on Hardware-in-the-Loop benches and simulation platforms.

You will collaborate with Systems and Test Engineers to understand requirements for test automation and release qualification, build automated pipelines, and author design documents and guides to onboard engineers to new automation capabilities.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in core computer science concepts.
• Familiarity with software testing fundamentals and methodologies (unit testing, integration testing, regression testing).
• Proficiency in software development using C++ and Python.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test platforms or embedded systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test software infrastructure, test runners, and tooling (in C++ and Python).
• Scale test execution on HIL benches and simulation platforms.
• Collaborate with Systems and Test Engineers to understand requirements and workflows for test automation, triage, and release qualification.
• Build automated pipelines and data workflows to streamline failure triaging, regression testing, and qualification reporting.
• Author technical design documents and user guides, and lead technical demos or workshops to onboard engineers to automation capabilities.

Skills

Data structures

Algorithms

Object-oriented design

C++

Python

Testing fundamentals

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE/SE/Robotics

Tools

Protobuf

RPC systems

Job description

• Waymo interns partner with leaders in the industry on projects that create impact to the company. We believe learning is a two-way street: applying your knowledge while providing you with opportunities to expand your skill-set. Interns are an important part of our culture and our recruiting pipeline. Join us at Waymo for a fun and rewarding internship!
• Design, implement, and test software infrastructure, test runners, and tooling (in C++ and Python) to scale test execution on HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) benches and simulation platforms
• Collaborate with Systems and Test Engineers to understand requirements, workflows, and pain points in test automation, triage, and release qualification
• Build automated pipelines and data workflows to streamline failure triaging, regression testing, and qualification reporting
• Author technical design documents and user guides, and lead technical demos or workshops to onboard engineers to newly developed automation capabilities

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
• Counseling services
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• 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
• Survivor income benefit
• Elder care and support
• Backup childcare
• Caregiver leave
• 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
• Volunteer hours
• Employee resource groups
• 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

Solid foundation in core computer science concepts (data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design)Familiarity with software testing fundamentals and methodologies (unit testing, integration testing, regression testing)Proficiency in software development using C++Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical fieldExperience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test platforms, embedded systems, or hardware/software integrationProficiency in software development using PythonExperience developing test automation frameworks, developer tooling, or CI/CD pipelinesStrong written/verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration skillFamiliarity with Protocol Buffers (protobuf), declarative configuration frameworks, or RPC systems