Head of Learning, Culture & Leadership Development

Waymo LLC; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 334,000 - 411,000; Full time

Job summary

Waymo LLC in the United States is seeking a Head of People Development and Culture to lead the development of learning strategy, leadership pipeline, and culture initiatives company-wide. You will shape the curriculum, governance, and measurements, partnering with Business and People teams to enable scalable growth and an inclusive, high-performing workforce.

The role blends strategic vision with hands-on delivery, guiding ERGs, onboarding improvements, and talent development programs to align

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience in Human Resources, Learning & Development or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible management experience in leadership & organizational development in a complex org.
• Experience in a high-growth, tech environment.
• Advanced knowledge in training & organizational development.
• Strong ability to drive enterprise-wide change and align with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver a multi-year learning and capability strategy.
• Provide a framework for implementing our learning strategy for enterprise and functional needs.
• Build a scalable leadership pipeline from first-time managers to executives.
• Cultivate a strong learning culture and employee experience.
• Integrate Way values and behaviors into operations.
• Develop success measures and track learning outcomes.
• Support ERGs with strategic direction and programmatic support.
• Advise the business in partnership with People Partner team on needs and actions.
• Improve new hire orientation and onboarding in collaboration with People Ops and business leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Learning & development

Data-driven decision making

Organizational development

Stakeholder management

Education

BA/BS degree in HR/Learning & Development

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Waymo LLC in the United States is seeking a Head of People Development and Culture to lead the development of learning strategy, leadership pipeline, and culture initiatives company-wide. You will shape the curriculum, governance, and measurements, partnering with Business and People teams to enable scalable growth and an inclusive, high-performing workforce.

The role blends strategic vision with hands-on delivery, guiding ERGs, onboarding improvements, and talent development programs to align