Google

Senior Director, AI Platform and Enablement, Cloud Security

Google$364K — $500K+*
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 15 years in software development, including 10 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing software engineering teams.
  • Expertise in AI/ML, platform development, distributed systems, or cybersecurity.
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing, distributed engineering team.
  • Define and execute the long-term technical strategy for the AI Platform and Enablement team.
  • Drive the design and scaling of a common AI platform for security features.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within GUSTO teams.
  • Lead development of AI-driven security solutions from research to production.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match for retirement.
  • 20 days of paid vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years.
  • 40 hours of sick time per year, increasing for Seattle employees, plus 5 discretionary sick days.
  • 28-30 weeks of maternity leave, plus 18 weeks of baby bonding leave.
  • 13 paid holidays per year.
Full Job Description
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In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
  • Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
  • Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
  • Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
  • Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
  • Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
  • Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 15 years of experience in software development, with 10 years in a technical leadership role.
  • Experience leading and managing a team of software engineers.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: AI/ML, platform development, distributed systems, cybersecurity.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
  • Experience building and scaling AI platforms, infrastructure, and end-to-end security solutions.
  • Experience building and leading large-scale, distributed engineering teams and setting long-term technical vision.
  • Strong ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders, from engineers to senior executives.
  • Excellent communication skills with a track record of driving cross-functional technical strategy.
  • Deep expertise in AI/ML, specifically with large language models and generative AI applications.


About the job

The Google Cloud Security and Threat Operations (GUSTO) AI Platform and Enablement team is on a mission to revolutionize security through artificial intelligence.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of global cybersecurity. As the Engineering Leader you will be at the forefront of innovation, leveraging AI to work on complex and evolving security threats. You will have the resources and support of Google to build and lead an engineering team. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the safety of billions of users and organizations worldwide. This role defines the technical strategy for a critical growth area, influences the broader security landscape, and mentors exceptional engineers dedicated to solving challenging problems. In this role, you will serve as a key partner to GUSTO AI leadership, defining the long-term technical vision. You will lead engineering efforts across the AI Platform, AI Enablement, and AI Features & Research pillars.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $364000 - $505000 (USD) 40% bonus target equity benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing, distributed engineering team, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning.
  • Define and execute the long-term technical strategy and roadmap for the AI Platform and Enablement team and advise GUSTO leadership on strategic AI investments and trends.
  • Drive the design, development, and scaling of a common AI platform to accelerate the delivery of AI-powered security features.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and enablement, empowering GUSTO teams to build high-quality AI features through robust frameworks.
  • Lead the development of flagship, end-to-end AI-driven security solutions from research to production and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful customer value.


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.
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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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