Research Engineer, People Identity

Google DeepMind is at the forefront of artificial intelligence research and development, working to advance AI for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery. As a Research Engineer in the People Identity team, you'll be part of a diverse, collaborative team spread across Mountain View, Los Angeles, New York, and London. The role focuses on applying cutting-edge machine learning algorithms to real-world problems, particularly in multimodal human understanding and generation, with an emphasis on privacy preservation and misinformation prevention.

You'll work closely with teams across Google/Alphabet, translating research into practical applications that improve products and services. The position requires a PhD in Computer Science or ML-related field, with expertise in people understanding/generation and experience with VLMs and ML frameworks like TensorFlow/JAX. You'll be involved in rapid prototyping, experimental design, and model development, working in an environment that values innovation and adaptability.

The role offers an excellent compensation package, including a competitive base salary, bonus, equity, and benefits. You'll have the opportunity to see your work make a real difference while collaborating with leading experts in AI research. The team values diversity of experience and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where creative problem-solving and novel solutions are encouraged.

This is an ideal position for someone who thrives in ambiguous situations, enjoys tackling complex challenges, and wants to contribute to the advancement of AI technology while ensuring safety and ethics remain top priorities.