Software Quality Ops Scenarios Specialist (RelSim)
Core
Subject Matter Expert bridging simulation software capabilities and real-world operational execution for Waymo's autonomous driving safety and performance evaluation.
Role type
Senior IC Technical Specialist (Simulation Operations)
Builds
Simulation-based directed testing coverage and quality control processes for Waymo's autonomous vehicle service.
Domain
Autonomous driving / Simulation / Software Quality
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
ML testing and validation methods, dataset quality assurance, bias detection, edge-case scenario testing, statistical performance evaluation, root-cause analysis of complex technical issues, driving rules and behavioral safety knowledge
Preferred skills
Advanced AV simulation test environments, SQL for data extraction and analysis, managing offshore teams and multiple local operations hubs, influencing product roadmaps
Technologies
Simulation tools, A/V software stack, SQL
Responsibilities
Partner with Product and Engineering on design, test, and deployment of simulation tools; drive technical processes for rapid-response simulation-based scenario testing; define and document policies, guidelines, and SOPs integrating advanced tools into vendor workflows; design and implement quality control processes for human and AI-generated outputs; provide technical leadership to cross-functional stakeholders on testing coverage feasibility
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC