Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

YouTube, a leading platform in video sharing and community building, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative expression, where you'll help shape how billions of users connect and share their stories worldwide.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in developing and maintaining critical software systems using C++ and advanced data structures/algorithms. The position requires strong technical expertise in software development, with opportunities to lead design reviews and make significant architectural decisions that impact YouTube's massive scale operations.

The role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $166,000 to $244,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Based in either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, you'll be part of Google's broader engineering community while focusing on YouTube-specific challenges.

Your responsibilities will include writing and testing code, leading technical discussions, reviewing peer contributions, maintaining documentation, and resolving complex system issues. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of software development experience, strong C++ expertise, and a proven track record in launching and maintaining software products.

What makes this role particularly exciting is the opportunity to work on technology that impacts billions of users worldwide. You'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges while helping YouTube maintain its position as the world's leading video platform. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work with some of the industry's brightest minds.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that believes in the power of shared stories and community building. You'll collaborate with teams across the organization to push the boundaries of what's possible in video sharing and community engagement. The fast-paced environment ensures you'll constantly be learning and growing while working on meaningful projects that shape how people connect and share experiences globally.