Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

Google is a global technology company that runs the world's most popular video platform, YouTube.
$237,000 - $337,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

YouTube Playables is an innovative initiative that allows users to play games directly on YouTube across all devices. As the Head of Engineering for YouTube Playables, you'll lead the engineering organization responsible for scaling this gaming platform by deepening its integration into YouTube and empowering developers to succeed.

The role combines technical leadership with strategic vision, requiring a blend of software development expertise and gaming industry experience. You'll be working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and gaming, leading multiple teams across regions to build and scale the Playables platform.

This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of gaming on one of the world's largest platforms. You'll collaborate with YouTube leadership, engine partners, and game developers while managing technical dependencies across YouTube and Google teams. The role requires strong technical abilities, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of the gaming industry.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that believes in giving everyone a voice and making the world better through shared stories and community building. The team moves at the speed of culture, combining cutting-edge technology with boundless creativity to show people the world.

The compensation package is highly competitive, with a base salary range of $237,000-$337,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Google offers a collaborative environment where you'll work with talented individuals while having the resources of a global technology leader at your disposal.

This is an ideal role for an experienced engineering leader who is passionate about gaming, has a track record of scaling platforms, and wants to make an impact on how millions of people experience games through YouTube. The position offers the unique opportunity to work at the convergence of gaming and content platforms, helping to define the future of interactive entertainment.

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Responsibilities For Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

  • Lead engineering for the YouTube Playables organization
  • Review and contribute to the Playables technical roadmap and long-term investments
  • Assess launches and major decisions
  • Develop and recruit talent to meet Playables' goals
  • Represent Playables in front of YouTube leadership
  • Engage with engine partners and game developers
  • Own production metrics and performance
  • Manage technical dependencies with YouTube and Google teams

Requirements For Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

Python
Java
JavaScript
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages
  • 3 years of experience in the Gaming industry
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role
  • 2 years of experience in people management
  • Experience with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) preferred
  • 5 years of technical leadership and management of large teams preferred
  • Understanding of game development for popular platforms preferred

Benefits For Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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