Kaggle, a Google platform with over 20 million data scientists and ML practitioners, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead AI/ML initiatives. This role sits within the ML, Systems, & Cloud AI organization, which is responsible for Google's core infrastructure and Cloud AI services. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of AI benchmarking and evaluation through Kaggle's competition platform.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in software development, ML infrastructure, and technical leadership. You'll work closely with Google DeepMind researchers and the broader AI community to create and host valuable AI evaluations and benchmarks. The role involves using cutting-edge technologies and frameworks while contributing to systems that operate at massive scale.
This is a unique opportunity to impact how AI is evaluated and benchmarked globally, working with Kaggle's vibrant community of ML practitioners. You'll be at the intersection of software engineering and machine learning, helping to advance how AI models are tested and improved. The position offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits, reflecting Google's investment in top talent.
The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to collaborate across teams. You'll help shape the future of AI evaluation while working with some of the most advanced ML systems and infrastructure in the industry. If you're passionate about AI/ML and want to work on systems that impact millions of users, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while making meaningful contributions to the field.