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Technical Talent Researcher

Mountain View, California, United States Full-Time People 3810

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Technical Talent Researcher

  • 3810
  • On Site
  • Mountain View, California, United States
  • People
  • 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.

Waymo’s People team recruits and supports the world’s best talent (including, we hope, you). Our HR business partners, program administrators, staffers, and compensation specialists help our employees attain their full potential in a healthy, considerate and supportive environment. We take our role as champions of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (EID) and stewards of the unique Waymo culture seriously.

In this hybrid role, you will report to our Manager, Talent Research

 

You will:

    • Drive hiring outcomes for a single or multiple talent ecosystems  to meet hiring demand.
    • Act as a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor to business leaders on talent and sourcing needs.
    • Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent, leveraging various channels including online platforms, employee referrals, and recruiting events.
    • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates, ensuring diversity and representation.
    • Screen candidates and conduct initial assessments to determine fit.
    • Collaborate with recruiting partners and hiring managers to co-create hiring strategy and manage candidates.
    • Utilize data and metrics to track progress, identify trends, and improve sourcing effectiveness.
    • Contribute to and drive prioritized project work, selecting appropriate methods to address sourcing needs.
    • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the hiring process.
    • Mentor and guide junior team members.

 

You have:

    • 5+ years of experience in technical sourcing, preferably in a fast-paced technology environment.
    • Deep understanding of the Machine Learning/AI domain and related talent pools
    • Proven track record of success in sourcing and engaging passive technical candidates.
    • Strong knowledge of sourcing tools and techniques.
    • Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
    • Data-driven and results-oriented.

 

We prefer:

    • Prior experience with Greenhouse ATS
    • Prior experience with GEM CRM

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
$125,000—$157,000 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.

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