Software Engineer, Backend In-Car

You will

• Design and build scalable backend services and APIs (gRPC/Protobuf) that power in-car features such as trip status, media streaming, and cabin controls.
• Architect high-availability systems that manage the synchronization of state between the cloud and the autonomous vehicle fleet in real-time.
• Work closely with Android client engineers, Product Managers, and Vehicle Software teams to define data contracts and system behaviors.
• Optimize data pipelines for low-latency delivery to ensure a responsive and "magical" rider experience, even in varying network conditions.
• Manage the full software development life-cycle of backend services, focusing on security, reliability, and observability for safety-sensitive systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience working on backend systems.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, or Go, with a strong understanding of concurrent programming.
• Experience designing and implementing distributed systems, microservices, and defining robust APIs (REST or gRPC).
• Experience leading technical designs, making architectural trade-offs, and mentoring other engineers.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse engineering teams.

• Experience with Google’s infrastructure (Spanner, Stubby/gRPC, Borg/Kubernetes) or similar large-scale cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Background in IoT, connected devices, or automotive telematics (handling intermittent connectivity, bandwidth constraints, and device shadows).
• Experience with real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures.
• Knowledge of the Android ecosystem from a platform/backend perspective.

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Range $238,000 — $302,000 USD