Waymo Hiring Regional Security Manager (EMEA) in London

Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company originating as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, is expanding its corporate footprint in Europe by hiring a Regional Security Manager for the EMEA region based in London, United Kingdom, according to career listings.

The company’s autonomous vehicle platform, known as the Waymo Driver, has accumulated over 10 million rider-only trips across more than 100 million miles of public road driving and tens of billions of simulation miles spanning over 15 U.S. states, according to company background provided in the job disclosures.

As Waymo scales its technical labs, corporate offices, and vehicle depots, the newly established London role will anchor physical security operations across international sites.

London Security Operations and Regional Strategy

The position requires executing regional strategies and standardizing site security programs across diverse environments, including high-traffic corporate offices, technical labs, and industrial vehicle depots. Responsibilities encompass managing daily security health, overseeing regional security budgets, and directing contracted guard forces to ensure compliance with global service-level agreements and key performance indicators. The role also demands cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Human Resources, and Security Investigations to resolve complex workplace issues. Additionally, the manager will serve as the primary regional coordinator for emergency responses, working alongside the Waymo Security Operations Center and local law enforcement.

Candidate Requirements and Travel Expectations

Candidates vying for the London-based security leadership post must bring at least seven years of progressive corporate security experience.

Applicants are also required to demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience managing a security portfolio that simultaneously covers multiple site types, such as offices, warehouses, or labs.

The position entails international travel up to 35 percent of the time, according to the listing details.

Preferred qualifications for the role include a bachelor’s degree in a security-related field like Criminal Justice or Emergency Management, alongside specific experience managing security for fleet vehicle depots or e-commerce fulfillment centers during rapid company growth.

Compensation for the full-time position includes a base salary range paired with eligibility for Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program and equity incentive plan.