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# ML Engineer, Foundation Model Recipes

- **Company:** Waymo LLC
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $215,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17898372?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17898372%2FMl-Engineer-Foundation-Model-Recipes-California-San-Francisco

## About the Role

* Masters degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience
 * Proficiency in Python
 * Familiarity with one of the modern deep learning frameworks (e.g. Pytorch, JAX, Tensorflow)
 * Prior work in an industrial or research setting developing recipes for ML models

We prefer:

 * Track record of publications in top-tier conferences or leading open source projects in the related fields
 * Strong hands-on SWE skills, able to design, implement, and extend large distributed pipelines
 * Experience in AV planning and related research
 * Experience in labeling and curating data for ML eval and training

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.



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