Senior OTT Live Video Engineer

YouTube TV is revolutionizing the traditional TV viewing experience by offering an over-the-top (OTT) streaming service that brings live TV and video-on-demand content to multiple devices. As a Senior OTT Live Video Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building and maintaining YouTube's next-generation video streaming platform. The role combines deep technical expertise in video streaming systems with architectural leadership to ensure reliable content delivery at a global scale.

You'll be working with the OTT Engineering team, whose mission is to create a future-proof video streaming platform. This involves building and integrating tools and services that support reliable signal acquisition, workflow optimization, and high-quality media delivery. The position requires collaboration with content providers, network engineering teams, and software engineering teams, making it perfect for someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment.

The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $142,000-$211,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of YouTube's mission to give everyone a voice and build community through stories. The company culture emphasizes innovation, creativity, and working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity.

Key responsibilities include architecting network build-outs, implementing monitoring solutions, managing vendor relationships, and contributing to the platform's technical roadmap. You'll need strong experience in video streaming systems, cloud migrations, and infrastructure automation. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants to impact how millions of people consume video content while working with the latest streaming technologies.

The position offers the flexibility to work from major tech hubs including New York City and the San Francisco Bay Area, providing opportunities to collaborate with top talent in the industry. Join YouTube in shaping the future of video streaming technology and be part of a team that moves at the speed of culture with a shared goal to show people the world.