Program Manager, Vendor Access Management

4369
On Site

Remote

Software Engineering

Full-Time

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.

The Software Quality Operations (SWQOps) team is at the heart of ensuring the safety, reliability, and quality of the Waymo Driver. Our mission is to build an adaptable and scalable operation, increasingly powered by AI, to deliver the crucial insights necessary to confidently deploy and grow Waymo's autonomous vehicle service.

Why This Team is Essential to Waymo's Success:

Waymo is undergoing unprecedented growth, rapidly expanding into new cities (targeting ~20 new cities by EOY 2026) and launching new vehicle platforms. SWQOps plays a critical role in this expansion, making it possible to scale safely and efficiently. As part of SWQOps, the Tooling and Integrations team drives strategic initiatives that accelerate launch velocity for new products and automation.

This role reports to the SWQOps Tooling and Integrations Lead.

You will:

Architect Data Governance: Design and manage centralized access control systems for the SWQOps organization, ensuring strict adherence to data security standards and "least privilege" principles.
Bridge Tech & Security: Partner with technical leads and vendor managers to translate operational access needs into technical requirements for internal tooling enhancements.
Own the Access Lifecycle: Lead the full project lifecycle for internal tool provisioning, from performing risk assessments to managing technical dependencies and cross-team delivery.
Drive Tooling Innovation: Identify friction points in access workflows and partner with engineering teams to prioritize and implement automated, AI-driven solutions that reduce manual overhead.
Ensure Operational Compliance: Communicate program decisions and security policies across all levels of the organization; develop training materials and SOPs to ensure global vendor teams and internal stakeholders stay compliant.
Visualize Performance: Develop automated reports and dashboards (leveraging SQL and internal data tools) to monitor access health, identify potential security risks, and provide visibility to leadership.

You have:

BA/BS degree and 6+ years of program management experience, specifically in access management, tool provisioning, or vendor operations within complex software environments.
Proven ability to lead large-scale, multi-team initiatives from design through measurement, with a focus on structuring project plans and identifying technical dependencies.
Ability to develop processes and policy frameworks for extended workforce access to proprietary sites, tools, and sensitive data materials.
Advanced SQL and dashboarding skills (e.g., PLX/Looker) to audit operational datasets and drive automated reporting.
Skill in maintaining technical documentation, complex workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) while navigating technical ticketing systems.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence technical leads and senior stakeholders to drive security and tooling outcomes.

We prefer:

MBA or graduate-level experience in Operations, Business Strategy, or a related technical discipline.
Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) or equivalent professional security certification.
Strong consulting and analytical skills; the ability to look at complex problems from multiple angles, be a thought leader and a systems thinker
Ability to handle high-pressure environments and make quick, reasoned decisions during unplanned circumstances or rapid operational shifts.

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.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Range

$152,000—$192,000 USD

We appreciate your interest in Waymo. Waymo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a culture of belonging and maintaining a supportive workplace for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and employment decisions are based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and alignment with job requirements and business needs. Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, family status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Waymo is committed to making sure our hiring process is accessible for all candidates. If you need assistance applying for a role or participating in the interview process due to a disability, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.com. (This email address is intended to be used only for requesting accommodations as part of the application process. Other inquiries will not receive a response.)

Some of our Benefits

Health and wellness

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs.

Financial wellness

Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts.

Flexibility and time off

Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave.

Supporting families

When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support. Enhanced leave options include 26 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 18 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Community and personal development

At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.

Cool perks

Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.