Staff Engineering Analyst, AI Safety

Company: Google
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 7 years of experience in data analysis, including identifying trends, generating summary statistics, and drawing insights from quantitative and qualitative data. 7 years of experience in managing projects and defining project scope, goals and deliverables. 5 years of experience managing teams with performance management, mentorship, and coaching of team members. Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, etc.). Experience with prompt engineering and fine-tuning Large Language Model (LLMs). Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including executive leadership. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills with attention to detail in an ever-changing environment. About the job The AI Safety Protections team within Trust and Safety develops and implements AI/LLM-powered solutions to ensure the safety of generative AI foundational models. This includes Gemini, Nano Banana, Veo, Agents and Robotics, working with Google DeepMind on model post-training, Introspection models and safeguards. We are a team of passionate data scientists and machine learning experts dedicated to mitigating risks associated with generative AI. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to apply the latest advancements in AI/LLM, work with teams developing cutting edge AI technologies, as well as protecting the world from real-world harms. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $189,000-$274,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google . Responsibilities Lead and scale a team of engineering analysts focused on AI safety, fostering the career growth of members through direct technical mentorship and guidance. Drive cross-functional alignment and influence executive stakeholders by translating data science findings into compelling narratives that support business outcomes. Direct the operational strategy for high-stakes foundational model launches, developing scalable safety solutions by leveraging advanced machine learning and AI techniques. Apply statistical and data science methodologies to audit protection measures and uncover vulnerabilities, ensuring continuous security enhancement through actionable insights. Navigate and manage high-pressure environments involving sensitive, graphic, or controversial content with professional resilience and composure.

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