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Waymo

1mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Product
  • $217K - $275K
  • Portland, +4
    Remote

Requirements

  • Strong Technical Judgment: The ability to engage with engineering leads and contribute to technical discussions by understanding the tradeoffs and impacts of various technical decisions to the program scope, risks and timeline
  • Program Management Fundamentals: Working with all disciplines and levels of the organization to organize a plan to meet an objective, proactively managing risks and driving clarity on ambiguity and decisions to ensure the organization remains aligned on meeting our objective
  • Curiosity: A consistent desire to understand the fundamentals of new technology, the inner workings of teams, and how the projects one is responsible for align with the organization
  • Collaboration: A desire to work across the organization with everyone, where all agree what we accomplish is more important than who gets the credit. A confident humility to share accomplishments with the team.
  • Problem Solving: Never giving up, and cheerfully working across the organization to understand problems and find solutions that work for the betterment of everyone
  • Hardware and Software Integration Experience: Understanding the differences between Hardware and Software teams, and what are the different challenges each faces when realizing a new product, and working with both to bridge the gap and help everyone be more effective
  • It's preferred if you have:
  • Experience in the AV Industry or Robotics
  • Familiarity with Software and Hardware Development
  • Familiarity with Reliability Engineering and Operations

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across Hardware, Software, and Operations teams to build schedules that align execution to meet product goals
  • Partner with technical leads, product managers and program managers to drive execution on broad cross functional efforts
  • Lead proactive risk management efforts and contingency plans across the program landscape to deliver on the program
  • Communicate across all levels of the organization to ensure all partners are aware of program decisions, status, and changes
  • Dig into details to identify gaps, risks and misalignment

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Technical Program Manager at Waymo?

The primary responsibility of a Technical Program Manager at Waymo is to ensure the execution of Waymo's roadmap by providing thoughtful cross-functional planning, clarity, and proactive risk management, addressing complex technical and operational challenges without established playbooks.

Is this position remote, and to whom does it report?

Yes, this position is remote and reports to a Lead Technical Program Manager in Systems Integration.

What kind of cross-functional teams will I be collaborating with in this role?

In this role, you'll collaborate with Hardware, Software, and Operations teams to build schedules that align execution with product goals.

What are some key skills and experiences required for this role?

Key skills and experiences required include strong technical judgment, program management fundamentals, curiosity about new technology, a collaborative mindset, and problem-solving abilities, as well as hardware and software integration experience.

What preferred experiences might strengthen my application for this position?

Preferred experiences that might strengthen your application include having experience in the Autonomous Vehicle (AV) industry or robotics, familiarity with software and hardware development, and knowledge of reliability engineering and operations.

How does Waymo define successful collaboration for this role?

Waymo defines successful collaboration as a desire to work with all functions across the organization where achieving objectives is prioritized over individual credit, and where team accomplishments are shared collectively.

What kind of risk management responsibilities will I have as a Technical Program Manager?

As a Technical Program Manager, you will lead proactive risk management efforts and develop contingency plans across the program landscape to ensure successful program delivery.

How does the position support organizational alignment towards objectives?

The position supports organizational alignment by communicating decisions, status updates, and changes across all levels of the organization to ensure that all partners are informed and aligned towards meeting program objectives.

What are some of the challenges I might face in this role?

Some potential challenges in this role include navigating the complexities of hardware and software integration, addressing gaps and misalignments, and managing technical decisions without established playbooks.

Will salary information be available during the hiring process?

Yes, the recruiter will provide information about the specific salary range for the role location or the preferred remote location during the hiring process.

Waymo

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company creating a new way forward in mobility.

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with a mission to make it safe and easy for people and things to move around. With the Waymo Driver, we can improve the world’s mobility while saving thousands of lives. Waymo reaches out to candidates from official channels only (e.g. directly from @waymo.com email addresses, or through our recruiters or sourcers who are noted as such on LinkedIn). We do not contact candidates about career opportunities through instant messaging apps like Telegram, email addresses from domains other than waymo.com (such as Gmail addresses), direct messages on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or text messages. Visit waymo.com to check out our official job listings.

Culture & Values

  • Our customers are at the heart of everything we do

    We put our customers’ needs first in the products and experiences we create, so that we can help transform their lives.

  • Safety is our foundation

    We follow rigorous engineering development and test practices, analyzing and applying industry safety standards where appropriate, and continuously improving existing and developing new safety methods.

  • We pioneer

    We challenge conventions and past assumptions to create a future where the Waymo Driver transforms global mobility.

  • Act with thoughtful urgency

    We set and land ambitious plans without compromising safety and make the best decisions based on the information available, valuing critical thinking and collaboration.

  • Respect each other

    We act with humility and treat others with respect regardless of tenure or title, and we assume positive intent of our colleagues to bring forth ideas and act in Waymo’s best interests.

  • Be responsible owners

    We use company resources thoughtfully, are mindful of sustainability, and make decisions that are in the best interest of Waymo.

  • We’re stronger together

    We recognize that no one can solve the challenges we tackle on their own, so we’re building an inclusive culture where all Waymonauts collaborate and feel valued and engaged.

  • Optionality creates opportunities

    Keeping our options open is inherently valuable, so we approach our work with an open mind and make the best decisions at the right time – not too soon, not too late.

  • Always be learning

    We stay undaunted, curious, and open-minded to reflect and learn from both our successes and failures, and we adapt quickly to new data and information.

  • Celebrate progress

    We recognize that every step matters, so we pause to mark major milestones and celebrate the pioneering achievements that move us forward.

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards

    We offer generous medical, dental and vision benefits. We also offer competitive base pay and equity packages

  • Compelling Challenges

    We work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-moving and mission-driven environment. our passionate workforce and mission is dedicated to brining our autonomous driving technology to the world