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Senior Backend Engineer - Security

Waymo LLCMountain View, CA, USA ; San Francsico, CA, USA
On-site Full-time $213K/yr - $263K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

You will:Develop and enhance mission-critical commercialization tools and systems. Work alongside Product, Security, and other engineering teams to create systems and processes that adapt to evolving business needs. Tackle real-world challenges such as vehicle profiles, secure parts transactions, vehicle configurations, and essential security infrastructure. You have:A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.7+ years of experience in backend/infrastructure development. A robust understanding of security principles, including encryption, authentication, identity management, secure communication protocols, and access control. Preferred qualifications:Proficiency in compiled languages such as C++, Java, or Go. Experience in building microservices. Familiarity with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts, including X.509, CSR generation and signing, certificate hierarchy, secure key storage, and symmetric key generation and management. Knowledge of Hardware Security Modules (HSM) for secure key generation and storage.

About the job

About Waymo

Waymo develops autonomous driving technology with a focus on safety and reliability. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, the company has built the Waymo Driver, which has completed over ten million rider-only trips and driven more than 100 million miles on public roads. Waymo’s technology is tested and deployed across more than 15 U. S. states, aiming to improve mobility and reduce traffic fatalities.

Role Overview

The Senior Backend Engineer - Security will join the Waymo Commercialization team in Mountain View or San Francisco, CA. This role centers on designing and building backend systems that support fleet management for autonomous vehicles. The position focuses on secure, scalable infrastructure that underpins Waymo’s driverless services.

What You Will Do

  • Design and implement backend systems that support secure, reliable fleet operations for autonomous vehicles.
  • Collaborate closely with teams across security, cloud backends, and the Waymo Driver platform.
  • Work with stakeholders in operations, product management, legal, partnerships, policy, and privacy to deliver and maintain critical infrastructure.
  • Tackle complex technical challenges that impact the safety and efficiency of Waymo’s commercial services.

Location

This position is based in Mountain View, CA or San Francisco, CA, USA.

About Waymo LLC

Waymo is a pioneering technology company specializing in autonomous driving solutions. Our mission is to enhance mobility and safety on roads by providing the world with a trusted self-driving service. With a legacy rooted in innovation and extensive real-world driving experience, we strive to lead the charge in transforming transportation for everyone.

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