Senior OTT Live Video Engineer

YouTube TV is seeking a Senior OTT Live Video Engineer to join their expanding streaming platform team. This role sits at the heart of YouTube's mission to deliver premium live content, including sports, news, and local programming through their over-the-top streaming service.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge video streaming technology at a global scale. You'll be responsible for architecting and implementing networks for high-bandwidth applications, specifically focusing on video streaming systems and resilient transport strategies. The role requires expertise in both technical infrastructure and cross-functional collaboration.

As a Senior OTT Live Video Engineer, you'll be instrumental in building and integrating tools and services that support YouTube's future-proof video streaming platform. Your work will directly impact millions of users who rely on YouTube TV for their entertainment needs. You'll partner with content providers, network engineering teams, and software engineering teams to ensure the highest quality of media delivery.

The role offers competitive compensation ($142,000-$211,000) plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be working from either New York City or the San Francisco Bay Area, collaborating with some of the best minds in the streaming industry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about video streaming technology and looking to make a significant impact in the OTT streaming space.

Key responsibilities include providing architectural guidance for network build-outs, integrating monitoring solutions, managing vendor relationships, and contributing to the roadmap for media ingest and processing initiatives. You'll also be involved in migrating infrastructure to cloud environments and optimizing content delivery systems.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of relevant experience, strong technical expertise in video streaming systems, and excellent collaborative skills. If you're excited about shaping the future of video streaming technology and working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, this role at YouTube could be your next career move.