Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the way we live, work, and interact with technology. At the forefront of this transformation is Aveek Karmakar, a Staff Software Engineer – AI/ML at Google, who has dedicated over a decade to building large-scale AI platforms, LLM (Large Language Model) applications, and machine learning systems that power products used by millions across the globe.
Driving Innovation in AI and Machine Learning
With 10+ years of experience, Aveek has consistently pushed the boundaries of AI research and real-world deployment. His work spans critical areas such as:
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Natural Language Search – enabling users to find exactly what they’re looking for with intelligent query understanding.
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Generative AI – building systems that create human-like responses and content with reliability and safety.
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Recommender Systems – driving personalized experiences that engage and retain users.
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Real-Time Analytics – powering instant, data-driven decision-making at scale.
Transformative Contributions Across Industry Giants
Before joining Google, Aveek held pivotal roles at Amazon and Zillow, where he led groundbreaking initiatives:
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At Amazon – Contributed to product taxonomy, query understanding, and bandit optimization techniques that generated tens of millions in revenue. His expertise in scaling AI systems helped refine user experiences across global platforms.
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At Zillow – Led foundational LLM research and conversational AI initiatives, driving advancements in natural language search, speech analytics, and geospatial search. His work was recognized by AWS and showcased at Amazon re:Invent, highlighting its industry-wide impact.
Advancing AI Reliability and Safety at Google
At Google, Aveek is focused on one of the most pressing challenges in AI today—building reliable and trustworthy AI systems. His contributions in AI feature quality within Google Workspace are advancing LLM reliability, safety, and evaluation at scale, ensuring that AI not only works but does so responsibly and ethically.
Innovator and Patent Holder
Aveek’s passion for bridging research with real-world impact is further reflected in his patent-pending work in conversational and geospatial AI. His innovative mindset continues to push forward the boundaries of how AI systems can be applied across industries.
A Vision for Trustworthy AI
Beyond technical expertise, Aveek is driven by a vision: to create AI systems that are reliable, ethical, and impactful. His career reflects a deep commitment to connecting cutting-edge AI research with real-world applications that empower millions of users worldwide.