Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

YouTube is a platform where everyone has a voice, working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity to help people share stories and connect with one another.
$161,000 - $239,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Consumer · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

At YouTube, a Google company, we're seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. This role combines cutting-edge technology with creative expression, working on YouTube's mission to give everyone a voice and build communities through shared stories.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions that power YouTube's platform. The role requires strong expertise in C++ programming and deep understanding of data structures and algorithms. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where you'll have the opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges and contribute to the platform that millions use daily.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $161,000 to $239,000, plus additional benefits including bonus and equity. You'll be working with a team of talented engineers, participating in design reviews, code reviews, and contributing to technical documentation. The role requires both technical excellence and leadership qualities, as you'll be expected to mentor other developers and help maintain high coding standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on a platform that shapes how people share and consume content globally. You'll be working on projects that require innovative solutions to handle information at massive scale, while ensuring the platform remains accessible and user-friendly for YouTube's diverse global audience.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that values creativity, innovation, and technical excellence. You'll have the chance to work on challenging problems in areas such as distributed computing, large-scale system design, and content delivery, while contributing to a platform that connects billions of people worldwide.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

  • Write and test product or system development code
  • Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies
  • Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices
  • Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback
  • Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations and quality

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience with software development in C++, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products
  • 1 year of experience with software design and architecture

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package (specific details not provided)

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