2024 Intern, Compute, ML Compiler

Waymo's Compute Team is tasked with a critical and exciting mission: We deliver the compute platform responsible for running the fully autonomous vehicle's software stack. To achieve our mission, we architect and create high-performance custom silicon; we develop system-level compute architectures that push the boundaries of performance, power, and latency; and we collaborate closely with many other teammates to ensure we design and optimize hardware and software for maximum performance. We are a multidisciplinary team seeking curious and talented teammates to work on one of the world's highest performance automotive compute platforms.

Waymo interns work alongside leaders in the industry on projects that deliver significant impact to the company. We believe learning is a two-way street: leveraging your knowledge while providing you with opportunities to expand your skill-set. Interns are an important part of our culture and our recruiting pipeline. Join us at Waymo for a fun and rewarding internship!

In this internship, you'll:

• Maximize performance of our neural networks by enhancing and extending our production grade compiler
• Work closely with hardware architects and model developers to develop deep understanding of our unique neural network inference platform and state-of-the-art neural networks
• Implement compiler support for novel features of our high-performance architecture

Minimum qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated passion and experience (academic and/or industry) in working with compilers
• Strong C++ programming skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated passion and experience (academic and/or industry) in working with machine learning inference and/or linear algebra computations
• Experience with compilers for neural networks
• Knowledge of computer architectures used for neural network inference, and neural network performance characteristics
• Knowledge of the principles behind popular machine learning and neural network algorithms and applications
• Python programming experience

While at Waymo, you will enjoy benefits that cover…

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. We provide sick leave during your internship should you need it. 

Financial wellness: Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation and lots of other perks and employee discounts. 

Community and personal development: At Waymo, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer 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.