About this role
The Field Safety Engineer, Germany position at Waymo is located in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, and suits an experienced technical professional specializing in automotive or transportation safety regulations. The person filling this role acts as the primary technical liaison for safety regulators in Germany and collaborates with internal teams globally.
Role Overview
Waymo seeks its first Field Safety Engineer in Germany to manage regulatory engagement and fleet safety operations locally. Based in Munich, the professional reports directly to the Head of Field Safety, Europe, who is located in California. This role involves partnering with legal, policy, and engineering departments to address post-deployment safety and ensure compliance.
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About the Company
Waymo operates as an autonomous driving technology enterprise with the goal of establishing the most trusted driver globally. Originating in 2009 as the Google Self-Driving Car Project, the organization builds the Waymo Driver to enhance mobility access and reduce traffic fatalities. The technology powers a fully autonomous ride-hail service across multiple vehicle platforms and has completed over ten million rider-only trips across public roads and simulation environments.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this role.
Questions candidates ask
Where is the Field Safety Engineer position located?
The job is based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Who does this role report to?
This position reports to Waymo's Head of Field Safety, Europe, who is based in California.
What educational background is required?
A Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical degree is required.
How many years of experience are needed?
Candidates must have 10+ years of engineering or other technical experience in automotive or another transportation field.
Does this role require on-call duties?
Yes, the role requires participation in regular shifts as part of a 24/7 Safety on-call rotation.