Waymo

Autonomous driving technology

DemandOperationsManager

$187–196k San Francisco, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Demand Operations Manager at Waymo. Skills: Demand operations, Fleet management, Rider experience. Monitor service quality issues. Mitigate service quality issues”

What You'll Achieve.

Maximize rider satisfaction; Ensure superior service environment; Ensure seamless service environment; Ensure vehicles are positioned effectively; Improve safety and efficiency at curb; Enhance experience at the curb; Prioritize rider experience at events; Adhere to local regulations; De-risk expansion; Position Waymo Driver as positive neighbor

Industry & Context.

Autonomous driving technology
Problems you'll solve

Data-driven decision-making; Structured problem-solving

Eligibility Requirements

10% travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, 5+ years experience in operations management, 5+ years experience in urban planning, 5+ years experience in consulting, 5+ years experience in logistics, Focus on demand-side optimization, Focus on fleet management, Managing operations across multiple markets, Managing operations in complex urban environments, Negotiate with external partners, Consult with external partners

Nice to Have

Experience in Ride-sharing, Experience in Autonomous Vehicle (AV) space, Experience in high-growth TNC industry, Background in urban design, Background in transit planning, Background in public policy, Management consulting background, Strategic operational consulting background, Large-Scale Event Experience, Ride-Sharing Experience, Market Health Monitoring

What You'll Do.

Monitor service quality issues

Mitigate service quality issues

Respond to service quality issues

Oversee fleet staging

Position vehicles to meet demand

Own Pickup and Drop-off experience

Analyze performance data

Implement operational fixes

Improve safety at the curb

Improve efficiency at the curb

Enhance the experience at the curb

Lead operational planning for events

Create specialized staging strategies

Create specialized PUDO strategies

Partner with internal teams

Align technical capabilities with community needs

Partner with external stakeholders

Establish high-impact relationships

De-risk negative operational impacts

Position Waymo Driver as neighbor

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration; Partner with Product; Partner with Public Affairs; Partner with Mapping; Partner with Marketing; Partner with local stakeholders

Full Job Description

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 Operations exists to deliver the Waymo Driver to the world. We are a global team building and scaling the world's first and leading autonomous fleet and operations platform. From component sourcing to end customer management, we enable and create value for Waymo through scaled and orchestrated deployment of the Waymo Driver. At Waymo, we are dedicated to building a culture that promotes collaboration and celebration. We value our team members' unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and support and encourage all team members to share their ideas to help Waymo better serve the communities in which we operate. As the Demand Operations Manager, you will sit at the intersection of fleet technology, rider experience, and urban diplomacy. Your mission is to scale the Waymo Driver across multiple markets by leveraging sophisticated internal tools to harmonize fleet supply with rider demand. You will be the primary architect of our "ground truth" strategy ensuring that our autonomous fleet is pre-positioned effectively, that pickup and drop-off (PUDO) performance is seamless, and that our presence in the community is viewed as a net positive. This role requires a unique blend of operational rigor, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to consult with internal and

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