Technical Program Manager - Onboard Systems, ML Modeling
Core
Drive cross-functional execution and delivery of projects within the onboard team for Waymo's autonomous driving systems, specifically focusing on the Waymo Foundation Model program.
Role type
Senior Technical Program Manager (Onboard Systems, ML Modeling)
Builds
Waymo Driver autonomous ride-hail service and vehicle platforms
Domain
Autonomous driving, Machine Learning, AI
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Cross-functional project management, risk management, stakeholder communication, strategic planning, technical roadmap development, dependency resolution
Preferred skills
Large language models (LLMs), vision language models, generative AI, diffusion models, 3D computer vision, sensor fusion, spatial reasoning, 3D reconstruction (NeRF, Gaussian Splatting), cloud-based ML platforms, simulation environments, model validation, model evaluation, time-series analysis, predictive modeling, model optimization, scaling techniques
Technologies
LLMs, VLMs, Generative AI, Diffusion models, NeRF, Gaussian Splatting, Cloud ML platforms, Simulation environments
Responsibilities
Drive cross-functional execution and delivery of projects within the onboard team, Manage project schedules, identify risks and dependencies, Facilitate communication and collaboration between engineering, research, and product teams, Track and report on project/program progress, risks, and KPIs to leadership, Contribute to strategic planning, objective setting, and technical roadmap for the Waymo Foundation Model program
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC