Research Scientist

Minimum qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in recruiting, human resources, business development, business operations or account management.
• 3 years of experience in sourcing at a recruitment agency or in-house recruiting team.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in global talent strategy, headcount management, executive search, and cross-functional strategic planning.
• Experience sourcing and engaging high-demand AI and technical talent within engaged markets.
• Proficiency in translating complex data into structured insights and strategic reports for director and executive-level leadership.
• Ability to manage and influence executive stakeholders, maintaining high-impact client relationships.
• Ability to prioritize high-volume functions and maintain performance within fast-paced environments.

About the job

Our Sourcing Specialists tell the story of Google to the world. They care deeply about cultivating relationships, have lively, thoughtful conversations with their candidates, and know our organization and its products well enough to articulate life-changing opportunities. As an expert in the talent needs of our business, you’ll be an adviser to the extraordinary people you find, engage, and guide through Google’s hiring process. By the time you’ve introduced a would-be Googler to our partners in recruiting, they are comfortable, well informed, and excited about the possibilities that await them here. The demands of our company, as it continues to grow and transform the industry, are great. Your analytical mind, curiosity, and sincere approach to your work make you exceptional enough to meet them.

Great just isn't good enough for our People Operations team (known elsewhere as "Human Resources"). We bring the world's most innovative people to Google and provide the programs that help them thrive. Whether recruiting the next Googler, refining our core programs, developing talent, or simply looking for ways to inject some more fun into the lives of our Googlers, we bring a data-driven approach that is reinventing the human resources field.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $131,000-$192,000 + 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

• Execute search strategies to secure AI talent through direct engagement, trend tracking, and market insights.
• Partner with hiring managers, directors, and 
  Vice Presidents (VPs) calibrate profiles and provide data-driven market insights that shape long-term hiring strategies and sustainable organizational growth.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, delivering a high-touch, professional experience throughout the recruitment life cycle.
• Optimize interview processes and technical assessments through collaboration with interviewers.
• Navigate complex hiring logistics, including work authorizations, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and labor laws, to ensure seamless cross-functional delivery.