FAQs
What are the minimum qualifications required for the Research Scientist position at Google Research?
The minimum qualifications include a PhD degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, as well as one or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals, or public repositories.
What are the preferred qualifications for applicants to this position?
The preferred qualifications include 2 years of coding experience and 1 year of experience owning and initiating research agendas.
What responsibilities will I have as a Research Scientist at Google Research?
Responsibilities include authoring research papers, helping grow research business across teams, defining data structures and evaluation metrics, identifying new research areas, and contributing to experiments and research prototypes.
How does Google Research support its employees in their research endeavors?
Google Research allows individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work, encourages collaboration across teams, and supports sharing and publishing findings to the wider research community.
Can you explain the salary range for this position?
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,000 to $200,000, in addition to bonuses, equity, and benefits. The specific salary depends on work location, skills, experience, and education.
What types of research areas do Research Scientists work on at Google?
Research Scientists at Google work on a wide range of computer science topics, including machine and deep learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis, improving compilers for mobile platforms, and more.
What location options are available for this position?
Applicants can choose their preferred working location from Kirkland, WA, or Sunnyvale, CA.
Does Google have a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in hiring?
Yes, Google is committed to being an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer, promoting equal employment opportunity regardless of various factors such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and more.
What type of collaboration is expected from a Research Scientist at Google?
Research Scientists are expected to interact with both internal and external collaborators, help develop long-term research strategies, and contribute to Google’s research impact through partnerships with universities and technical institutes.
Are there any special accommodations provided for applicants with disabilities?
Yes, Google offers accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Candidates can complete the Accommodations for Applicants form to request assistance during the application process.

