Google

Data Scientist

Google$164K — $211K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, Physics, Operations Research, or related field.
  • Experience applying statistical or optimization methods to solve business problems.
  • Skill in translating non-quantitative business problems into quantitative analytical questions.
  • Proficient in Python or R for statistical analysis and algorithm development.
  • Ability to explain complex statistical concepts to non-quantitative stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define clear analytical questions and metrics.
  • Gather business needs and existing data infrastructure information to guide analysis.
  • Extract and compile large-scale data using SQL, R, and Python.
  • Ensure data integrity by validating and preparing datasets for analysis.
  • Design and evaluate models to address complex problems, improving Google products for millions.

Benefits

  • 15% bonus target and equity opportunities.
  • Hybrid work schedule flexibility.
  • Access to comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs.
  • Continuous learning and development resources.
  • Additional perks and benefits specific to Google employees.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, Physics, Operations Research, or a related field.
  • Position requires: Applying statistical or optimization methods to solve business problems; Framing business problems posed by non-quantitative stakeholders into tractable quantitative problems; Presenting and defending quantitative solutions to senior leadership, for implementation or to influence the business roadmap; Python or R for statistical analysis and algorithms; and Explaining statistical concepts (Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Significance, Causal Inference, Confidence Intervals, Survival Analysis, Advanced Design of Experiments, ML/AI Evaluation) to non-quantitative audiences.


About the job

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $164,450 - $211,000 15% bonus target equity benefits determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Position reports to the Google San Bruno, CA office & may allow for a hybrid schedule per Google policy.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into clear analytical questions, evaluation metrics, and mathematical models.
  • Gather business goals, organizational context, and information regarding existing and upcoming data infrastructure to guide your analysis.
  • Extract and compile large-scale data from multiple sources using SQL, R, and Python.
  • Validate and prepare datasets for analysis by formatting, re-structuring, and ensuring data quality and integrity.
  • Design and evaluate sophisticated models to mathematically solve complex problems with limited precedent. Apply scientific and statistical methods to evaluate and improve Google's products for millions of users worldwide.


Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.

About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
Learn more about Google
Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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