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Waymo

Sr. Staff Data Scientist, TLM, Driving Quality

Waymo

Published 11 May 2026
Mountain View, CA, USA
298K - 368K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Python
R
SQL

Key skills

Data Analysis
Machine Learning
Data Science
Deployment
Statistics
Quantitative
Mathematics
Physics
PhD
Modelling

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Description

The individual in this role will lead a data science team focused on evaluating the ability of the autonomous driving system to comply with road rules. Responsibilities include defining measurement rigor and ensuring evaluation signals support deployment and scaling decisions. The role involves developing evaluation frameworks that function across multiple countries and collaborating with product and engineering teams to reach deployment milestones. The position requires measuring performance in new territories and on various hardware platforms to assess market readiness. Additionally, the lead will frame ambiguous technical problems, innovate on statistical methods, and provide technical guidance to team members.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, or Physics. The role requires either a PhD with at least 8 years of industry experience or 12 years of industry experience in data science. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in advanced statistical methods, familiarity with machine learning systems, and proficiency in Python, R, or SQL. Furthermore, the position necessitates a background in technical leadership and people management within cross-functional environments.

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About the company

Waymo

Description

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company that began as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009. With a mission to enhance mobility and safety, Waymo has developed the Waymo Driver, powering their fully autonomous ride-hailing and local delivery services. To date, Waymo has achieved over 20 million miles of autonomous driving on public roads across 25 US cities and 20 billion miles of simulation testing. The company emphasizes mission-driven innovation and a collaborative culture, aiming to improve access to mobility while prioritizing safety and community impact.

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