About the role#
We are looking for a PhD student to join our team as a Software Engineer for a summer internship. You will work on simulation projects that support our autonomous driving technology. This is a full-time, paid position based in Mountain View, California.
What you'll do#
- Implement uncertainty aware algorithms to improve transformer-based multi-task classifiers.
- Manage changes end-to-end, from implementation through evaluation.
- Verify that data and model implementations align with your experiment plan.
- Focus on the technical mechanics of the modeling setup.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD program for Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Practical experience with deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or JAX.
- A solid grasp of machine learning and deep learning fundamentals.
- Experience debugging transformer models using TensorBoard metrics.
- Familiarity with software development best practices and version control.
- Preference for candidates with experience in uncertainty measurement or using data to drive model performance improvements.
Location & details#
- Location: Mountain View, CA.
- Modality: Hybrid and on-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $85 per hour.
About Waymo
Waymo is a technology company that develops automated driving systems. It focuses on mobility and road safety through its Waymo Driver technology. The firm operates as a private organization and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It was founded in 2009 and maintains its headquarters in Mountain View, California.
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