Google's Age Assurance team is seeking a Data Scientist II to join their mission of providing reliable, privacy-preserving age signals across Google's platforms. This role combines technical expertise in data analysis with strategic thinking to support age-appropriate user experiences. The position offers a competitive base salary range of $102,000-$150,000, plus additional benefits including bonus and equity.
As a Data Scientist II, you'll be responsible for performing sophisticated data analysis using tools like SQL, R, and Python, while working closely with Engineering and Product Management teams. The role involves gathering and analyzing data, designing experiments, and providing critical insights that shape product decisions. You'll be particularly focused on identifying minors through predictive methods and designing user experiences for age verification.
The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in a quantitative field and at least one year of experience in statistical analysis and data mining. Strong programming skills in Python, Java, and SQL are preferred, along with experience in statistical analysis tools like R, Stata, or SPSS. You'll need to demonstrate both technical proficiency and excellent communication skills, as you'll be working cross-functionally and presenting findings to various stakeholders.
This position offers an opportunity to impact Google's worldwide user base while working on critical trust and safety initiatives. You'll be part of a team that ensures age-appropriate content access across Google's platforms, making a direct impact on user safety and experience. The role combines technical challenges with meaningful work in user protection, offering both professional growth and the chance to contribute to important social responsibility initiatives.