Waymo
Southwest Policy Manager
$177K–$218K
Austin, TX, USA +1 · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 27, 2026
- Location
- Austin, TX, USA
Texas, United States - Experience
- 5–7 years of public policy experience; at least 2 years in technology or transportation policy preferred.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; MPP/MBA/JD preferred.
About the job
Represents Waymo in Texas and Arizona by shaping policy and regulatory strategy to preserve and expand the company’s operations.
What you'll do
- Engage policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders, advocating for Waymo and building regional relationships.
- Monitor political activity, develop policy strategy, and report developments with analysis to internal teams.
- Manage consultant relationships and represent Waymo at local, state, and national organizations and events.
What they ask for
- Reside in the Southwest, Texas, or Austin, with ability to travel frequently to state capitals and Southwest cities.
- 5–7 years of public policy experience in government or a relevant nonprofit, public interest group, company, lobbying firm, or industry association.
- Established relationships with key figures across the Southwest legislative and policy landscape.
- Experience with legislative and regulatory analysis, including drafting and editing legislation.
Nice to have
- At least 2 years working specifically on technology or transportation policy issues.
- Bachelor’s degree; MPP, MBA, or JD preferred. Work experience in state and local politics or the private sector, and knowledge of autonomous vehicles or related policy areas are also preferred.
Pay
$177,000 — $218,000 USD (base salary)
AI focus
No AI work stated; knowledge of artificial intelligence policy is preferred.
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