Lead Data Scientist, Research, Multimodal Search

Google is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join their Search team, focusing on reimagining search capabilities beyond traditional text inputs. This role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring both deep analytical expertise and team leadership skills. The position involves working on complex challenges to expand Google's search infrastructure while maintaining its accessibility and usefulness for billions of users worldwide.

The role demands expertise in advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and programming, with a focus on developing and implementing novel solutions for unprecedented challenges in search technology. You'll be responsible for setting the research agenda for multimodal search capabilities, collaborating across Engineering, Program Management, and User Research teams to drive data-backed solutions.

As a technical leader, you'll be instrumental in designing and evaluating models, establishing metrics, and setting technical standards for evaluation and launch decisions. The position requires both hands-on technical work and leadership skills to guide a team of analysts in complex data analysis and visualization tasks.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $197,000 to $291,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Google's search capabilities while leading a team at one of the world's most influential technology companies.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong technical skills in data science and analytics, leadership experience, and the ability to tackle unprecedented challenges in search technology. This position offers the chance to shape the future of how people interact with and access information through Google Search.