Senior Software Engineering Manager, YouTube

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager to join their team. This role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring someone who can both guide engineering excellence and develop team members.

The position offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $237,000 to $337,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Located in either Mountain View or San Bruno, CA, this role puts you at the heart of YouTube's technical innovation.

As a Senior Software Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for leading multiple engineering teams, developing technical strategies, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions. The role requires 5 years of software development experience in languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript, along with proven experience in technical leadership and people management.

You'll be working at YouTube, where the mission is to give everyone a voice and create a platform where stories can be shared and communities can flourish. The company operates at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity, moving at the speed of culture while solving complex technical challenges at scale.

Key responsibilities include setting team priorities, developing technical roadmaps, overseeing system designs, and ensuring best practices through code reviews. You'll also focus on team development, providing regular feedback and coaching to help engineers grow in their careers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in Computer Science or related field, strong technical expertise, and experience working in complex, matrixed organizations. You'll need to balance technical depth with leadership skills, guiding teams across multiple locations while managing substantial product budgets.

At YouTube, you'll be part of a culture that values diversity, equality, and inclusion. The company is committed to building a workforce that represents its diverse user base and creating an environment where everyone belongs.

This role offers an opportunity to impact how millions of people share and consume content, working with cutting-edge technology while leading teams of talented engineers. If you're passionate about technology leadership, people development, and want to be part of shaping the future of digital content sharing, this role at YouTube could be your next career move.