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Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Security

Waymo· Product
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Hybrid (Novi, Michigan)$196k - $242kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Waymo seeks a Technical Program Manager for Vehicle Security to lead the horizontal cybersecurity roadmap across base vehicle platforms and the Waymo Driver system, coordinating cross-functional teams to design, implement, and validate cybersecurity features for automotive systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design, own, and drive the horizontal vehicle cybersecurity roadmap, managing the interplay between base vehicle platforms and the Waymo Driver autonomous driving system across all existing and new vehicle platforms.
  • Coordinate and align Waymo internal engineering, product management and operations to design, implement, validate, and maintain base vehicle cybersecurity features.
  • Manage the end-to-end Vehicle Security Requirement Process Flow from ideation, risk-based triage, requirement definition, feature design, commitment, implementation and verification and stakeholder governance.
  • Drive regular software release cybersecurity reporting, tracking key metrics for upcoming software releases and providing stakeholder updates as to the status, risks and success likelihood of cybersecurity features.
  • Partner with Waymo Fleet Operations to ensure cybersecurity features are operating effectively and operational frictions are identified and mitigated, driving cross-functional technical solutions within agreed timelines.
  • Work proactively to ensure base vehicle security architectures meet Waymo's security standards and conform to automotive standards/regulations (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, UN ECE R155, UN ECE R156).

Qualifications

  • 8+ years relevant work experience in Technical Program Management within complex embedded systems, product security or safety-critical engineering environments (e.g. automotive, aerospace, defense or robotics).
  • a BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Demonstrated technical fluency in embedded and modern vehicle cybersecurity concepts with the ability to discuss vehicle networks (CAN, Automotive Ethernet, ECUs), autonomous driving hardware/software systems and onboard security features.
  • Proven track record of leading multi-company and cross-functional initiatives spanning external OEM/supplier partners and internal teams across embedded, cloud, systems engineering, and fleet operations.
  • Superior skills in requirements tracking, governance and software release reporting, including cross-functional workflows, risk prioritization and release readiness metrics.
  • Strong ability to structure ambiguous technical problem statements into clear, executable program plans, driving alignment and accountability across partners.

Skills

Required:Vehicle cybersecurity roadmap designCross-functional program managementRequirements tracking and governanceAutomotive networks (CAN, Automotive Ethernet)

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision).
  • Financial wellness including competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, and other perks.
  • Flexibility and time off with on-site or hybrid options and remote work opportunities.
  • Family support with enhanced leave options (paid leave for birthing and non-birthing parents).
  • Career development opportunities, education reimbursement, mentorship, and ERG participation.
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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