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Staff Software Engineer, AI/ML Computer Vision, Google Ads

California, United States (On-site)

Staff Software Engineer, AI/ML Computer Vision, Google Ads

3 Weeks ago • 8-13 Years • Artificial Intelligence • $189,000 PA - $284,000 PA

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algorithms

computer-vision

object-detection

image-classification

data-structures

model-deployment

networking

cross-functional

Job Description

This Staff Software Engineer role at Google Ads focuses on AI/ML Computer Vision. Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining large-scale software solutions; providing technical leadership on high-impact projects; managing project priorities; facilitating team alignment; and coaching engineers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in computer vision, ML infrastructure optimization, and model development. They will lead the design of computer vision systems, optimize ML infrastructure, and guide the development of model optimization and data processing strategies. The role demands strong software development, testing, and architectural skills, along with experience in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects.

Must have:

8+ years software development experience
5+ years Computer Vision experience
5+ years ML design and infrastructure optimization
Strong software design and architecture skills
Experience leading project teams

Good to have:

Master's or PhD in related field
3+ years technical leadership role
Experience with cross-functional projects

Perks:

Bonus
Equity
Benefits

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms.
5 years of experience testing, and launching software products, and 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
5 years of experience with Computer Vision (image classification and processing, object detection, visual search), video generation, or signal processing; and experience with various algorithms and design techniques.
5 years of experience leading ML design and optimizing ML infrastructure (e.g., model deployment, model evaluation, data processing, debugging, fine tuning).

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
3 years of experience working in an organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.

About the job

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

Google Ads is helping power the open internet with the best technology that connects and creates value for people, publishers, advertisers, and Google. We’re made up of multiple teams, building Google’s Advertising products including search, display, shopping, travel and video advertising, as well as analytics. Our teams create trusted experiences between people and businesses with useful ads. We help grow businesses of all sizes from small businesses, to large brands, to YouTube creators, with effective advertiser tools that deliver measurable results. We also enable Google to engage with customers at scale.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $189,000-$284,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about .

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions.
Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects. Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines. Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers.
Lead the design of computer vision systems, optimize ML infrastructure, and guide the development of model optimization and data processing strategies.

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$189.0K - $284.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$236.5K/yr avg.

Mountain View, California, United States

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