MS/PhD, Software Engineer (2027 Summer Intern)

Waymo LLC; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus & equity grants

Hybrid remote options

Education reimbursement

On-site meals

Job summary

Waymo LLC in Mountain View, CA is seeking a software engineering intern to contribute to the Waymo Driver stack, working on perception, decision-making, and real-time safety-critical software.

You will write clean C++ code, participate in large-scale simulations, and collaborate with researchers and hardware teams. Applicants should be pursuing an MS or PhD in CS, Robotics, EE, or related field, and have solid fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.

Qualifications

• Solid foundational understanding of core CS principles, including data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity.
• Experience programming in C++ with clean and efficient code.
• Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in similar fields.
• Experience developing software for safety-critical, fault-tolerant, or real-time systems.
• Proven ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable C++ code in a large-scale codebase.
• Experience with large-scale data/ML applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement onboard C++ logic governing how the Waymo Driver interacts with traffic controls.
• Validate software changes with large-scale simulation suites to evaluate safety, rule compliance, among a multitude of metrics before deployment.
• Write clean, tested, production-grade code adhering to rigorous code review standards and continuous integration testing.

Skills

CS fundamentals

C++ programming

Real-time systems

Large-scale codebase

ML/data experience

Education

BS in CS/Robotics/EE

MS/PhD in CS/Robotics/EE

Job description

• Software Engineering builds the brains of Waymo’s fully autonomous driving technology. Our software allows the Waymo Driver to perceive the world around it, make the right decision for every situation, and deliver people safely to their destinations
• We think deeply and solve complex technical challenges in areas like robotics, perception, decision-making and deep learning, while collaborating with hardware and systems engineers. If you’re a software engineer or researcher who’s curious and passionate about Level 4 autonomous driving, we’d like to meet you
• 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!
• Work with a creative team of people who ensure that the behavior of our cars is compliant, safe, smooth, and predictable to other road users
• Design and implement onboard C++ logic governing how the Waymo Driver interacts with traffic controls
• Validate software changes with large-scale simulation suites to evaluate safety, rule compliance, among a multitude of metrics before deployment
• Write clean, tested, production-grade code adhering to rigorous code review standards and continuous integration testing

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
• Support programs including menopause benefit
• Counseling services
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• 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 foundational understanding of core Computer Science principles, including data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity
• Experience programming in C++ with clean and efficient code
• Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in similar fields
• Experience developing software for safety-critical, fault-tolerant, or real-time systems
• Proven ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable C++ code in a large-scale codebase
• Experience with large-scale data/ML applications