> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4032299-systems-engineering-lead-new-product-initiatives](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4032299-systems-engineering-lead-new-product-initiatives). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Systems Engineering Lead, New Product Initiatives

- **Company:** Waymo LLC
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $272,000.0 - $336,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Formal Verification, Python (Programming Language), Robotic Automation Software, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, SQL Databases, Safety Critical Systems
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5804838703

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in relevant Engineering or related field (including ME, EE, CS, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace, etc.) or equivalent practical experience
 * 10 or more years of engineering experience with demonstrated delivery of hardware / software integrated vehicle or robotic systems
 * Experience across full product lifecycle, from concept or pilot through transition into operations in a fast paced environment
 * Strong foundation in systems engineering fundamentals such as requirements definition, formal verification and validation methods
 * Data analysis and related script development skills (e.g. using Python, SQL, etc)
 * Cross-functional technical leadership and mentorship

We prefer:

 * Advanced Degree in relevant Engineering or related field
 * Experience testing and deploying production-level safety critical systems, especially at scale
 * Experience influencing product strategy and user flows through iterative launches
 * Although not the focus of this role, some software development experience and understanding of SW development process is helpful
 * Autonomous vehicle industry experience

## Description

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and you will report to Systems Engineering Leadership.

You will:

 * Lead cross-functional strategies to accelerate development for new product initiatives
 * Translate new, complex use cases into actionable system requirements
 * Execute trade studies and investigation to influence cross-functional priorities and product roadmaps
 * Partner with Systems Engineering and Test teams to develop and execute robust verification strategies that demonstrate critical requirements are met
 * Innovate solutions for technical challenges within integrated hardware and software autonomous systems, covering the full day-in-the-life
 * Define concept of operations for new product initiatives