Role Overview
Waymo is hiring a Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Mountain View. Part of Waymo's Lifecycle hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior-level Lifecycle roles is $85k-$140k (based on 76 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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Job description
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to Sr. Staff TLM
You will:
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of engineering excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
- Define and execute the technical roadmap of the data pipeline, storage, and query infrastructure for Waymo driver evolution and commercialization expansion
- Drive the design, development, and operation of highly scalable, reliable, and efficient distributed systems for massive-scale data processing and analysis.
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Engineering (e.g., Perception, Planner, Simulation) and Data Science to understand needs and deliver impactful solutions.
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle of your team's systems, including architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
- Champion best practices in software development, system design, and operational excellence.
You have:
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
- 8+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record of designing and building large-scale distributed systems.
- Deep understanding of query engines and query optimization (e.g., F1 Query, Presto) and storage systems (e.g., Bigtable, Spanner).
- 2+ years of experience in engineering management or tech leadership, including people management, project leadership, and technical direction.
- Strong software development skills, with proficiency in SQL and one of C++/Java/Python.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
We prefer:
- Demonstrated ability to influence and drive alignment across multiple teams.
- Experience with data warehousing, data modeling, and SQL optimization.
- Expeience with data processing frameworks (e.g., Flume, Spark, Beam) and stream and batch processing technologies.
- Familiarity with Google's internal data infrastructure and tools.
- Domain knowledge in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or large-scale data analysis.
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE position at Waymo?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Waymo. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE role at Waymo remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Mountain View. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE at Waymo earn?
Waymo has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE role at Waymo posted?
This role was posted on June 17, 2026 (26 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Technical Lead Manager, Query & Storage SWE role at Waymo entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Waymo has listed.
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