2027 Summer Intern, MS/PhD, Sensor Performance Engineer Intern
About The Position
Waymo is hiring a Sensor Performance Engineer Intern for summer 2027. The intern will join the Waymo Laser team, a collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, optical, and software engineers working on automotive lidar design, development, evaluation, and integration into Waymo products. The role focuses on sensor data analysis, experimental design and validation, performance engineering, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. This is a hybrid onsite, full-time internship for students currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program. The position accepts applications on a rolling basis until filled.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience with EE- or physics-based experimental design.
- Experience modeling and rapidly prototyping complex hardware.
- Ability to evaluate performance metrics and experimental results.
- Experience with automation using Python, SQL, and scripting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with signal processing, including advanced filtering, algorithm design, and data extraction.
- Experience with sensing systems such as LiDAR, radar, cameras, and general perception hardware.
- Ability to clearly present complex concepts to cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Process and analyze complex sensor datasets to extract key insights.
- Design and execute rigorous experiments for validation and testing.
- Develop robust performance metrics and streamline operational processes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align project goals.
Benefits
- Company benefits programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
