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Open to new graduatesJob title: Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start

What you’ll work on

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  • Design, analyze, and develop advanced ML systems across the stack

  • Build end-to-end ML systems, from hardware acceleration to production APIs

  • Find and fix performance bottlenecks, memory issues, and errors in production

  • Write well-tested code and conduct code reviews

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Collaborate or lead on team projects to carry out design, analysis, and development of advanced ML systems across the stack
Support building end-to-end ML Systems that involves working across the full stack, from low-level hardware acceleration and compiler optimizations to high-level model architecture and production APIs
Optimize complex system performance by analyzing and fixing performance bottlenecks, memory inefficiencies, and errors in production systems
Elevate engineering excellence by writing well-tested code, conducting code reviews

What you’ll bring

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Core experience

  • PhD in Computer Science, AI, ML, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Coding experience in Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Golang, or similar
  • Experience in machine learning or artificial intelligence
Qualification wording
PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience coding in one of the following programming languages including but not limited to: Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript or Golang.
Experience in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence.
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Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start Share Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start
Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start Share Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start _corporate_fare_ Google _place_ Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; +9 more; +8 more
Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area. Share Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start _info_outline_
**Minimum qualifications:** + PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. + Experience coding in one of the following programming languages including but not limited to: Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript or Golang.
Google's engineers develop next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at a massive scale. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, developing systems and AI and Machine Learning solutions. As a PhD graduate, your research expertise is invaluable to us. Explore a variety of projects, collaborate with various teams, and contribute to products that are changing the world, across many product areas, includingAI & Infrastructure (https://techsysinfra.google/) , Cloud ,YouTube (https://about.youtube/) ,Search (https://blog.google/products/search/google-search-ai-mode-update/#ai-mode-search) ,Ads (https://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/) and more! Our engineering teams include thousands of PhDs who bring their deep knowledge and research experience to enhance our systems and products. As a Google PhD Software Engineer, you will work on critical projects, with many opportunities to learn and follow your interests. We expect our engineers to be creative and versatile, leading and identifying new problems to push the field and Google technology forward.
As a PhD graduate, your research expertise is invaluable to us. Explore a variety of projects, collaborate with various teams, and contribute to products that are changing the world, across many product areas, includingAI & Infrastructure (https://techsysinfra.google/) , Cloud ,YouTube (https://about.youtube/) ,Search (https://blog.google/products/search/google-search-ai-mode-update/#ai-mode-search) ,Ads (https://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/) and more! Our engineering teams include thousands of PhDs who bring their deep knowledge and research experience to enhance our systems and products. As a Google PhD Software Engineer, you will work on critical projects, with many opportunities to learn and follow your interests. We expect our engineers to be creative and versatile, leading and identifying new problems to push the field and Google technology forward. Google offers you exciting opportunities as it is one of the world’s leading producers and consumers of ML and AI technology, with decades of experience in designing, deploying, and using ML software and custom ML hardware infrastructure at massive scale.
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How this job compares

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$147K–$210K against $166K–$240K, the middle half of what similar US postings state.

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Up longer than most. Similar jobs usually come down between day 7 and day 72.

Well past Google’s usual: its jobs come down by about day 3.

From 4,777 similar postings that came down, and 486 of Google’s. Coming down is not always a hire.

Google is hiring

236 open jobs

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+ PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. + Experience coding in one of the following programming languages including but not limited to: Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript or Golang. + Experience in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence.
+ Familiarity with model architectures (CNNs, NLP Transformers, Diffusion/Vision Transformers). + Experience developing with Rust and modern deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow. + Availability to start in a full-time role in 2027.

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About Google

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About 190,820 in 2025, up 4% from the year before.Annual report (SEC Form 10-K)
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Demand for ML Engineer roles

New ML Engineer postings at the employers we follow are up 13% over the last 6 weeks compared with the 6 before.

Weekly new ML Engineer postings at the same employers, from the week of August 17 to the week of November 2. The fewest in a week was 618, the most 1,131, and the latest week had 1,131.
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About the role

We file this job under ML Engineer, by the work the posting describes.

ML engineers put machine learning models into products. They write the code that trains, ships, serves and monitors models so a recommendation or prediction works for real users.

Postings ask for strong Python and software engineering, a framework such as PyTorch, cloud services, and more and more often experience with large language models.

A data scientist often works out which model to build; an ML engineer makes it run reliably in production.

US government figures for computer and information research scientists

Median yearly pay, May 2025
$140,300
Expected change, 2025 to 2035
21.8% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs

The government has no code for ML engineers, so these figures are for the closest group, computer and information research scientists.

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-1221.

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Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start Share Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start _corporate_fare_ Google _place_ Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; +9 more; +8 more **Mid** Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area. Share Software Engineer, AI/Machine Learning, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start _info_outline_ X In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. 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; Atlanta, GA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; Madison, WI, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Raleigh, NC, USA; Durham, NC, USA; San Bruno, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA** . **Minimum qualifications:** + PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. + Experience coding in one of the following programming languages including but not limited to: Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript or Golang. + Experience in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence. **Preferred qualifications:** + Research experience in designing, developing, or applying ML/AI systems or applications in a large-scale distributed environment. + Experience in designing, training, or refining complex ML/AI models. + Experience in building a stack for an AI-powered application, including data ingestion and processing pipelines, building APIs, and connecting the model to a user-facing interface. + Familiarity with model architectures (CNNs, NLP Transformers, Diffusion/Vision Transformers). + Experience developing with Rust and modern deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow. + Availability to start in a full-time role in 2027. **About the job** Google's engineers develop next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at a massive scale. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, developing systems and AI and Machine Learning solutions. As a PhD graduate, your research expertise is invaluable to us. Explore a variety of projects, collaborate with various teams, and contribute to products that are changing the world, across many product areas, includingAI & Infrastructure (https://techsysinfra.google/) , Cloud ,YouTube (https://about.youtube/) ,Search (https://blog.google/products/search/google-search-ai-mode-update/#ai-mode-search) ,Ads (https://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/) and more! Our engineering teams include thousands of PhDs who bring their deep knowledge and research experience to enhance our systems and products. As a Google PhD Software Engineer, you will work on critical projects, with many opportunities to learn and follow your interests. We expect our engineers to be creative and versatile, leading and identifying new problems to push the field and Google technology forward. Google offers you exciting opportunities as it is one of the world’s leading producers and consumers of ML and AI technology, with decades of experience in designing, deploying, and using ML software and custom ML hardware infrastructure at massive scale. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) . **Responsibilities** + Collaborate or lead on team projects to carry out design, analysis, and development of advanced ML systems across the stack using your research expertise. + Support building end-to-end ML Systems that involves working across the full stack, from low-level hardware acceleration and compiler optimizations to high-level model architecture and production APIs, transforming your research expertise into robust, scalable products. + Optimize complex system performance by analyzing and fixing performance bottlenecks, memory inefficiencies, and errors in production systems to meet stringent customer goals. + Elevate engineering excellence by writing well-tested code, conducting code reviews and fostering a culture of quality by advocating best engineering practices. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google'sApplicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (./privacy-policy) . Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See alsoGoogle's EEO Policy (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/eeo/) ,Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal (https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) ,Belonging at Google (https://about.google/belonging/) , andHow we hire (https://careers.google.com/how-we-hire/) . If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing ourAccommodations for Applicants form (https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2) . Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 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. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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