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Staff Android Engineer, In-Car Experience

Waymo· Software Engineering
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Mountain View, California, San Francisco, California$251k - $310kFull-timePosted 1w ago

About the role

We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further developing our in-car experience, including Pick Ups and Drop Offs (PUDO) and Infotainment during passenger trips. The role entails creating reliable Android components, collaborating with UX/UI, and designing software for in-car displays, audio, and climate controls, with a focus on safety-sensitive systems in a hybrid on-site role based in Mountain View and San Francisco.

Responsibilities

  • Create reliable Android components and flows using modern technologies like Jetpack Compose.
  • Build features within the in-car interface that inspire trust and clearly communicate the vehicle's intentions.
  • Work closely with UX/UI designers, Product Managers, and Vehicle Software Engineers to launch innovative in-car experiences.
  • Design and maintain software controlling in-car systems such as displays, audio, and climate controls.
  • Manage the full software development lifecycle, focusing on quality and robustness for safety-sensitive systems.

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
  • 7+ years of professional software development experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in Android application development, including testing, maintaining, and launching features.
  • Proven ability to design and implement significant features or components independently.
  • Proficiency in Kotlin or Java, and a strong understanding of Android internals.
  • Experience leading technical designs and mentoring other engineers.

Skills

Required:Android application developmentKotlinJavaSystem design and mentorship
Nice to have:Jetpack Compose

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual bonus program
  • Equity incentive plan
  • Generous company benefits program
  • Health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Flexible work model (on-site, hybrid, remote options)
  • Paid time off including bereavement, sick, and parental leave
  • Education reimbursement, mentorship, ERGs and volunteer time off
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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