Waymo

Head of Technical Services

Waymo$226K — $278K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in building automation systems or OT/IT network integration
  • Proficiency in Linux environments and programming/scripting languages like Python and Java
  • Strong understanding of HVAC mechanics and electrical control circuits
  • Experience using ITIL, Agile/Scrum, or DevOps frameworks
  • Ability to manage technical ambiguity and drive cross-functional alignment

Responsibilities

  • Define technical direction for Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Operating System (BOS)
  • Direct integration of on-premise OT networks and cloud BOS architectures
  • Lead root cause analysis and resolve BAS/BOS network disruptions
  • Oversee the creation of control submittals and enforce programming standards
  • Lead and mentor a team of automation technicians and engineers
  • Collaborate with IT, Hardware Engineering, and operations for integrated solutions

Benefits

  • Participation in discretionary annual bonus program
  • Eligibility for equity incentive plan
  • Access to a generous company benefits program
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
Full Job Description
As Waymo transitions from R&D to global commercial scale, our physical facility controls and cloud IT infrastructure must evolve to be seamlessly integrated. We are seeking an Head of Technical Services to serve as our Master Systems Integrator (MSI) and top-level technical authority. In this role, you will bridge physical building operations and digital cloud platforms, defining long-term network architectures for Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Operating System (BOS) service frameworks. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, enforce control design and BOS data standards, resolve critical operational outages, and partner across IT, Hardware, and Facilities to build scalable, enterprise-grade smart building solutions for all critical assets including our charger infrastructure.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to Director of eMobility hiring manager.

You will:
  • BAS & BOS Technical Architecture: Define the technical direction and global network architecture for Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Operating System (BOS) platforms,
    prioritizing system sustainability, enterprise scalability, and long-term risk mitigation
  • Master Systems & BOS Integration: Act as the Master Systems Integrator (MSI), directing the integration of on-premise OT networks, IP controllers, BACnet protocols, and cloud BOS service architectures across disparate Charging and Building systems
  • BAS/BOS Crisis Escalation & RCA: Serve as the primary 3rd-level technical contact during critical BAS network disruptions and BOS integration outages, leading root cause analysis (RCA) and deploying permanent architectural fixes under pressure
  • Control Design & BOS Programming Standards: Oversee the creation of control submittals, network topologies, panel layouts, and controller programming (graphical block and line code) while enforcing BOS data schemas, OCPP guidelines, and code reviews
  • Automation Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and motivate a team of automation technicians and integration engineers, building technical depth in BAS network diagnostics, protocol configuration, and hands-on operational excellence
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment: Bridge physical facilities and software teams by partnering with IT, Hardware Engineering, Fleet Operations, and automation vendors to translate operational needs into integrated BOS requirements


You have:
  • BAS & OT/IT Technical Depth: 5-7+ years of experience in building automation systems, OT/IT network integration, or master systems engineering, with deep expertise in BAS protocols (BACnet IP/MSTP, Modbus) and edge-to-cloud network architectures
  • Software & Infrastructure Core Skills: Proficiency with Linux environments, programming/scripting (Python, Java, graphical block code), database management, and cloud technologies (GCP, AWS, Azure) used for facility data pipelines and BOS platform services
  • Mechinical Controls & Schematics Aptitude: Strong foundational understanding of HVAC mechanics and electrical control circuits, with the hands-on ability to translate complex wiring diagrams, control submittals, and spatial schematics into standardized BOS data models
  • Service Methodologies & Crisis Support: Application of ITIL, Agile/Scrum, or DevOps frameworks to smart building operations, combined with experience leading 3rd-level incident resolution, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and network fault isolation
  • Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated ability to navigate technical ambiguity, drive cross-functional alignment across IT and facilities teams, manage technical debt across legacy BAS infrastructure, and model core company behaviors


We prefer:
  • Master Systems Integrator (MSI) & BOS Mastery: Prior experience serving as an MSI on enterprise-scale smart building projects, integrating edge OT networks and IP controllers into cloud Building Operating Systems (BOS) or Digital Twin platforms
  • Advanced Protocol & Security Standards: Deep technical expertise in BACnet object mapping (AI/AV/AO/BI/BO), custom OT gateway configurations, and network standards for connected facility and charging infrastructure
  • Enterprise Digital Transformation: Proven track record of transitioning organizations from disparate, manual building management tools to centralized enterprise BOS platforms
  • High-Tech & Critical Facility Experience: Experience managing charging infrastructure within autonomous vehicles, robotics, tech hardware, aerospace, or mission-critical enterprise environments


Travel Requirements:
  • Up to 25% travel time


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

$226,000-$278,000 USD

About Waymo

Waymo LLC is a self-driving technology development company. It is a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google. Waymo develops autonomous driving technology and provides ride-hailing services through its Waymo One program. The company has been testing its self-driving technology on public roads since 2009 and has logged millions of miles of autonomous driving. Waymo has partnerships with several automakers and has been working on developing autonomous trucks for use in logistics.
Learn more about Waymo
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2009

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