The Research Scientist role at DeepMind focuses on advancing artificial intelligence through strategic research programs. The team aims to bridge theoretical breakthroughs with practical applications, contributing to real-world problems across various domains of computer science. This position involves leading research projects, managing technical roadmaps, and collaborating with software engineering and product teams. The role also emphasizes responsible AI development and mentoring early-career researchers.

• PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Computational Neuroscience, or a related quantitative scientific discipline, or equivalent practical research experience.
• Experience in leading research projects from ideation to completion, including managing technical roadmaps and experimental workflows.
• Experience in Python and deep learning frameworks such as JAX, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
• Experience with peer-reviewed publications as lead or primary author in AI/ML venues.

• Define and lead strategic, high-impact research programs advancing state-of-the-art artificial intelligence models, algorithms, and theory.
• Provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary research pods, guiding technical directions, experimental design, and execution.
• Publish groundbreaking research findings in peer-reviewed artificial intelligence and machine learning conferences and scientific journals.
• Collaborate closely with software engineering, infrastructure, and product teams to translate foundational research advances into production-grade systems and platform capabilities.
• Mentor, coach, and guide early-to-mid-career research scientists and engineers, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and innovation.
• Advocate responsible AI development, ensuring safety, alignment, ethics, and are integrated into all research initiatives from inception.

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