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Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel

Waymo· Software Engineering
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Mountain View, California$213k - $263kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Senior Software Engineer position on Waymo's System Software Team focused on Linux kernel driver development for embedded, high-performance compute platforms in autonomous driving systems.

Responsibilities

  • Work on a small team of System Software and Linux Kernel Engineers to develop system software components from early prototyping to production launch of driverless vehicles
  • Develop and test Linux Kernel device drivers and other components for high-performance embedded systems including custom ASICs and accelerators
  • Work with a variety of engineering teams and SoC partners to take on ambiguous problems.

Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science, or relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience
  • Proficiency in C and C++
  • 5+ years of programming experience in an asynchronous environment with multiple processes, threads, timers, and interrupts
  • Experience with Linux kernel and device driver development
  • Working knowledge of hardware bring-up and debugging, including the ability to read schematics/datasheets and use common tools (oscilloscopes, multimeter, logic analyzers)

Skills

Required:CC++

Benefits

  • Waymo employees are eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, mental wellness support, gym membership, and wellness programs.
  • Flexibility to work on-site, hybrid, or remote arrangements where applicable.
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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