The Senior Research Scientist in ML Foundations at Google will focus on conducting research in machine learning, developing algorithm prototypes, and evaluating them against benchmarks. This role involves collaborating with various teams, including Waymo, to translate research insights into product improvements. The position requires a strong background in machine learning and a commitment to contributing to the wider research community through publications. The ideal candidate will have experience in both theoretical and applied aspects of machine learning.

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience with research in machine learning or a related field, with publications at ML conferences.
• Experience with ML algorithm and model implementation in Python.
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or Jax.

• Conduct research in machine learning, deriving theoretical insights and developing algorithm prototypes.
• Communicate research findings through publications and presentations to internal stakeholders.
• Develop approaches for robust simulator learning to improve driving simulation models.
• Partner with Waymo and other product areas to implement insights from research into product enhancements.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.