Senior Embedded C++ Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

Waymo; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 213,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity incentive plan

Generous Company benefits

Job summary

Waymo is seeking a seasoned software engineer for its Hardware organization, focusing on embedded and control software across sensing and vehicle integration. You will drive high-quality C++ development for on-vehicle and off-vehicle systems, analyze field data, and participate in cross-functional workflows to align requirements and delivery.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule and reports to a Senior Staff Software Engineer for Embedded Systems, with opportunities to impact scalable

Qualifications

• Proficient in modern C++ (C++17/20) and embedded software development.
• Experience with safety-critical systems and distributed architectures.
• Strong unit testing and code quality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality C++ software for on-vehicle and off-vehicle systems.
• Analyze field data and simulation results to improve software.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams for requirements and planning.

Skills

C++ (modern)

Embedded systems

Unit testing

Software architecture

Education

BS/MS in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Embedded toolchain

Job description

Waymo is seeking a seasoned software engineer for its Hardware organization, focusing on embedded and control software across sensing and vehicle integration. You will drive high-quality C++ development for on-vehicle and off-vehicle systems, analyze field data, and participate in cross-functional workflows to align requirements and delivery.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule and reports to a Senior Staff Software Engineer for Embedded Systems, with opportunities to impact scalable