About the job
Waymo seeks a Senior Machine Learning Engineer with a focus on Large Language Model (LLM) and Vision-Language Model (VLM) distillation. This role is based in Mountain View, California, and centers on advancing the machine learning models that drive Waymo’s autonomous vehicles. Collaboration with both data science and engineering teams is a key part of the work, with an emphasis on refining and optimizing model performance.
Key responsibilities
- Design and implement algorithms to distill LLMs and VLMs for greater efficiency.
- Work with large datasets to support learning and adaptation in self-driving systems.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to bring optimized models into production environments.
- Continually improve the performance and efficiency of models that power autonomous driving technology.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with machine learning, with a strong background in LLM and VLM distillation.
- Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to apply machine learning creatively to practical challenges.
- Interest in tackling real-world problems related to autonomous vehicles.

