Senior Research Scientist, Computational Photography and Generative AI

Google is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing in Computational Photography and Generative AI. This role is part of Google's Devices & Services team, which combines AI, Software, and Hardware to create innovative user experiences. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, with 2 years of experience leading a research agenda.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Authoring research papers to share findings with the community
2. Driving project work by defining data structures, frameworks, and evaluation metrics
3. Identifying new research areas and developing long-term research strategies

The role focuses on using computational photography and machine learning to produce new kinds of pictures, videos, and photographic experiences. The goal is to create high-quality, engaging, and innovative images that astonish people. Technologies typically combine classical vision and graphics with deep learning, optimized for mobile devices or servers.

Required skills include experience with generative AI (LLMs, diffusion models), development workflows, and scientific publication submissions. Preferred qualifications include coding experience, leadership in research efforts, and applied Machine Learning expertise.

This position offers the opportunity to work on real-world problems spanning various areas of computer science, collaborate with product teams like Google Camera App and Google Photos, and contribute to the wider research community.

Google is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates. The company offers accommodations for applicants with special needs and requires English proficiency for effective global collaboration.