ML Engineering Manager: Lead AI Systems & Teams

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Mountain View (CA)

On-site

USD 207,000 - 300,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Google is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead ML-driven projects across AI, NLP, and large-scale systems. You will guide multiple teams, shape architecture, and drive engineering excellence while mentoring engineers to grow their skills.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in software, 5+ in ML, and a proven track record in technical leadership within matrixed organizations. You will set priorities, define roadmaps, and advance ML infrastructure across global teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience in software development.
5 years of experience with ML areas (speech/audio, RL, ML infra).
5 years of experience leading ML design and ML infra optimization.
3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.
Experience in statistical analysis or quantitative engineering.

Responsibilities

Set and communicate team priorities that support the broader organization's goals. Align strategy, processes, and decision-making across teams.
Set clear expectations with individuals based on their level and role and aligned to the broader organization's goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development and provide feedback and coaching.
Develop the mid-term technical goal and roadmap within the scope of your team(s) and evolve it to meet future requirements and infrastructure needs.
Design, guide and vet systems designs within the scope of the broader area, and write product or system development code to solve ambiguous problems.
Lead the design and implementation of solutions in specialized ML areas, optimize ML infrastructure, and guide data processing strategies.