Product Manager II, YouTube Fan Communities

YouTube is a global platform where everyone can share their story, explore what they love, and connect with others through video content.
$142,000 - $211,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Product Manager II, YouTube Fan Communities

YouTube's Emerging Experiences and Community (EMCO) group is seeking a Product Manager II to lead their Fan Communities initiatives. This role sits within the Community organization, which manages key features like Subscriptions, Posts, Stickers, and Comments. The position offers an exciting opportunity to redefine fan engagement and strengthen creator-fan connections on one of the world's largest content platforms.

The role combines technical product management with user-centric design, requiring 5 years of consumer product management experience and a proven track record of launching technical products. You'll be responsible for shaping the vision and roadmap for fan participation features, leveraging cutting-edge technology including generative AI to create meaningful engagement opportunities.

Working at YouTube means joining a dynamic environment where creativity meets technology. The company believes in giving everyone a voice and creating better communities through shared stories. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, and research to bring innovative features to life that serve millions of users globally.

The position offers competitive compensation ($142,000-$211,000) plus bonus, equity, and benefits. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, experience with A/B testing and user research, and a deep understanding of creator-focused platforms. You'll need excellent communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams and translate complex user needs into actionable product specifications.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on how fans interact with creators on YouTube, working at the intersection of technology, community, and content creation. The role demands both strategic thinking and hands-on product development expertise, making it perfect for someone passionate about building features that enhance user engagement and community building at scale.

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Responsibilities For Product Manager II, YouTube Fan Communities

  • Define the vision, roadmap, and success metrics for fan participation features
  • Understand viewer and fan needs, translating insights into compelling product experiences
  • Conceptualize and build intuitive tools leveraging cutting-edge technology including generative artificial intelligence
  • Collaborate with engineering, design, and research teams to bring the product vision to life
  • Utilize data-driven decision-making to measure performance, identify improvement areas, and iterate on the product experience

Requirements For Product Manager II, YouTube Fan Communities

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience in consumer product management role
  • 3 years of experience taking technical products from conception to launch
  • Experience with A/B testing and user research methodologies
  • Experience using data to inform product decisions
  • Understanding of the platform's ecosystem, creators, and viewers
  • Familiarity with creator-focused products or social media platforms
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills

Benefits For Product Manager II, YouTube Fan Communities

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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