Full-Time

Senior Program Manager

Commercial Operations

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Waymo

Waymo

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$180k - $227kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Incentive Plan

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Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Mountain View, CA, USA

Hybrid position based in either Mountain View or San Francisco, California.

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
SQL
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience interpreting data from multiple sources and obtaining relevant insights to optimize results (i.e: vehicle supply).
  • The ability to conduct investigations into supply disruptions, identify causes, and develop solutions.
  • 5+ years of project management experience
Responsibilities
  • Analyze data (SQL, dashboards, etc.) to understand factors affecting supply and develop strategies for vehicle availability across markets and times.
  • Lead retrospectives of supply dips, identify causes, assign action items, and bring solutions to completion.
  • Create and refine plans to reduce the impact of unforeseen events on hailable vehicle supply.
  • Collaborate with Supply and Demand teams in each market, set performance targets, and ensure alignment to maximize service levels.
  • Define, document, and deliver training for on-call procedures and escalation protocols to ensure swift resolution of supply issues.
  • Work directly with senior leaders to lead decision-making for initiatives affecting hailable supply, balancing trade-offs with other goals, and coach partners on supply management best practices.

Waymo develops self-driving technology for vehicles, known as the Waymo Driver, which allows cars to navigate roads without human input. This system combines hardware, software, and computing power to ensure safe and efficient driving. Waymo collaborates with major automakers, like Volvo, to integrate its technology into their vehicles, enhancing safety and convenience. Additionally, Waymo operates in the logistics sector with Waymo Via, focusing on efficient goods delivery. The company generates revenue through partnerships with car manufacturers, licensing its technology, and offering autonomous ride-hailing services. Waymo stands out from competitors by continuously investing in research and development to improve the predictive capabilities of its technology, ensuring it can effectively respond to other road users. The goal of Waymo is to lead the autonomous vehicle industry by providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$10.8B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Waymo's $5.6 billion funding round boosts R&D for autonomous technology.
  • Waymo's expansion into Tokyo offers significant international growth opportunities.
  • Waymo's collaboration with Nvidia enhances the Waymo Driver's safety and efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • Waymo faces increased competition from Nvidia and Uber's AI partnership.
  • Regulatory hurdles in Tokyo may delay Waymo's expansion plans.
  • Waymo's reliance on automaker partnerships poses risks if these partnerships falter.

What makes Waymo unique

  • Waymo achieved the first fully self-driving trip on public roads in 2015.
  • Waymo's technology integrates with major automakers like Volvo for enhanced vehicle safety.
  • Waymo's Level 4 self-driving taxis operate without a safety driver in Arizona.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options