Google is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead the data science team responsible for its global feed products, including Discover and a high-priority, 0-to-1 AI feed product. You will act as a data, product, and business leader, driving strategies for ranking, user experience, and content to unlock product-market fit and growth at scale.
What You'll Do
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across ranking, product experience, and content ecosystem teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment.
- Ensure a strong metrics foundation and provide technical oversight for ranking and personalization strategies.
- Lead the development and implementation of advanced analytics techniques, including predictive modeling and AI, for recommendation systems.
- Establish KPIs, metrics, and performance dashboards to monitor engagement.
- Programmatically ensure quality and accuracy across the Data Science organization.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 15 years of experience in data science or quantitative fields such as statistics, machine learning, or software engineering.
- Experience in using data insights to drive product excellence.
Nice to Have
- Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, or equivalent.
- Experience building feed products and leading innovation in recommendation systems and personalization.
- Innovative problem solver who turns ambiguity into clear solutions.
- Strong communicator and creative with data presentations to executive and business audiences.
Team & Environment
You will lead and scale a specialized team of 19 data scientists.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $282,000-$392,000 + equity.
Work Mode
This position is based in Mountain View, CA or New York, NY.
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