Research Scientist, Market Algorithms, Google Research

Google Research is seeking a Research Scientist to join their Market Algorithms team, focusing on the intersection of microeconomics, algorithms, and machine learning. This role offers an opportunity to design economically and computationally efficient marketplaces across Google, from Ad Auctions to Platform Ecosystems. The position combines theoretical research with practical applications, allowing you to make direct impact on products used by billions of people.

As a Research Scientist, you'll be part of Google's research organization that maintains a diverse portfolio of projects spanning fundamental research, product innovation, and infrastructure goals. You'll have the freedom to setup large-scale tests, deploy innovative ideas, and manage crucial deliverables while applying cutting-edge theories to develop improved products, processes, and technologies.

The role involves conducting research in mechanism design, auctions, optimization, game theory, and machine learning, with the opportunity to publish in top-tier conferences and journals. You'll work closely with Product team partners to transform research into practical applications, while actively contributing to the wider research community through publications and collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes worldwide.

Google Research is committed to making discoveries that impact everyone, with a core approach of sharing research and tools to advance the field. The team regularly publishes in academic journals, releases open-source projects, and applies research findings to Google products. This position offers competitive compensation, including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, experience with scientific publications, and strong coding skills. You'll be joining a collaborative environment that values diversity, innovation, and the ability to tackle complex problems that define the technology of today and tomorrow.