Software Engineer, ContentID, YouTube

A platform that believes everyone deserves to have a voice, allowing users to share stories, explore content, and build communities through video sharing.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Software Engineer, ContentID, YouTube

Join YouTube's engineering team to work on critical content identification and protection systems. As a Software Engineer in the ContentID team, you'll be at the forefront of developing sophisticated video content matching systems that empower media partners and creators to maintain control over their content. This role combines technical challenges in large-scale system design with real-world impact on content protection and rights management.

You'll be working at YouTube, a platform that believes in giving everyone a voice and making the world better through shared stories and community building. The position offers the opportunity to tackle complex problems like developing rapid content detection tools and optimizing claim systems, while working with cutting-edge technology at massive scale.

The role requires strong technical skills in software development and data analysis, combined with excellent collaborative abilities. You'll be part of Google's broader engineering community, where you'll have opportunities to work on various aspects of technology including distributed computing, AI, and large-scale system design. The position offers growth potential as you help YouTube maintain its position as the world's leading video platform while ensuring content rights are properly managed and protected.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that moves at the speed of modern media while solving real problems that affect billions of users. You'll collaborate with talented teams, have access to Google's vast technical resources, and contribute to systems that help maintain the integrity of one of the world's largest content platforms. If you're passionate about combining technical excellence with content protection and user experience, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer, ContentID, YouTube

  • Develop systems that build on video content matching system to provide YouTube's media partners and individual creators with control over their content and personal attributes
  • Help solve problems and develop tools to show partners fake videos within minutes of upload
  • End-to-end ownership of ambiguous problems related to claim reduction and claim behavior optimization

Requirements For Software Engineer, ContentID, YouTube

Python
Java
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience in data analysis
  • 2 years of experience in software development
  • 2 years of experience in software engineering or related technical field
  • Knowledge of and passion for YouTube platform and ecosystem
  • Excellent collaboration and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication, people, teamwork, and organizational skills

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