Software Quality Ops Scenarios Specialist (AV Simulation)

TL;DR

Software Quality Ops Scenarios Specialist (AV Simulation): Developing and maintaining simulation-based directed testing coverage to evaluate the safety and performance of the Waymo Driver with an accent on combining human-in-the-loop precision with AI-driven automation. Focus on designing quality control processes for AI-generated outputs and driving root-cause evaluation for emergent field issues.

Location: Onsite in Mountain View, California

Salary: $120,000—$151,000 USD

Company

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company building the Waymo Driver to improve global mobility and road safety through fully autonomous ride-hail services.

What you will do

• Partner with Product and Engineering teams to design, test, and deploy cutting-edge simulation tools.
• Drive technical processes for rapid-response simulation-based scenario testing and root-cause evaluation of field issues.
• Define and document policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that integrate AI/ML tools into vendor workflows.
• Design and implement robust quality control processes for both human and AI-generated outputs.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert providing technical leadership to cross-functional stakeholders on testing feasibility.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree or 4 years of relevant experience in AV Software Quality, Simulation, or Technical Operations.
• Experience with ML testing and validation, including dataset QA, bias detection, and performance evaluation.
• Proven track record of root-causing high-complexity technical issues and mastering proprietary software.
• Strong understanding of driving rules, behavioral safety, and complex traffic environments.
• Location: Must be based in Mountain View, California

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with advanced AV simulation test environments.
• Basic experience with SQL for data extraction and results analysis.
• Experience working with offshore teams or multiple local operations hubs.
• Track record of influencing product roadmaps through technical expertise.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus program.
• Equity incentive plan.
• Generous company benefits program.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of autonomous driving technology.