Director, AI & Safety Engineering (Trust & Safety)

Posted 2 days ago

googleSan Bruno (CA)

Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors Software Publishers

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About the role

Google in the United States is seeking a Senior Director of Engineering for Trust and Safety. The role oversees Detection Engineering across multiple sites, including San Bruno, Mountain View, and Zurich, with a focus on VVR/AVR targets and GenAI safety. The team includes ~200 engineers working on video and channel abuse detection and GenAI feature safety. Compensation includes a base with a 40% target bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits, reflecting senior leadership responsibilities and

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