Google Engineering VP and Gemini Co-Lead Joins OpenAI for Model Research
An engineering vice president who co-led development of Google’s Gemini AI project has departed to join OpenAI’s model-building research team. His exit removes senior technical leadership from Google’s AI division while bolstering OpenAI’s expertise in advanced model development.
1. Executive Departure Details
Google’s Engineering VP and co-lead of the Gemini AI project has left the company to join OpenAI’s model-building research team. The individual oversaw core architecture and development phases of Gemini, Google’s flagship large language model series.
2. Strategic Implications
The VP’s exit deprives Google of senior leadership in its AI division and comes as the company competes directly with OpenAI in cutting-edge model development. This move strengthens OpenAI’s R&D capabilities and may accelerate its next-generation AI initiatives.
