Software Engineer II, YouTube Trust and Safety

YouTube is a platform that believes everyone deserves to have a voice, working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity to share stories and build community.
Machine Learning
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1+ year of experience
AI

Description For Software Engineer II, YouTube Trust and Safety

YouTube, a leader in video sharing and community building, is seeking a Software Engineer II for their Trust and Safety team. This role combines cutting-edge technology with the mission of creating a safer platform for all users. You'll be working on critical infrastructure for video processing post-classification, including model calibration and enforcement.

The position offers an opportunity to work with advanced technologies including Large Language Models (LLMs) and machine learning at scale. You'll be part of a team that handles information at massive scale, working on specific projects critical to YouTube's needs. The role involves building and maintaining infrastructure for automated model releases, calibration, and first-party Client Generative AI protections.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. The role requires expertise in machine learning, particularly with TensorFlow, and experience in building distributed systems. You'll work in an environment that values versatility, leadership, and enthusiasm for tackling new problems.

YouTube's culture emphasizes the belief that everyone deserves a voice and that the world is better when we share and build community through our stories. You'll be working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, moving at the speed of culture with the goal of showing people the world.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a significant impact on how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. The role offers growth potential with opportunities to switch teams and projects as both you and the fast-paced business evolve.

Last updated a month ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer II, YouTube Trust and Safety

  • Contribute towards gating (e.g., video selection) infrastructure and/or the multi-agent Large Language Model (LLM) workflows
  • Learn and maintain existing infrastructure (automated model releases/calibration, first-party Client Generative AI protections)

Requirements For Software Engineer II, YouTube Trust and Safety

Python
Java
JavaScript
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 1 year of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript)
  • 1 year of experience with data structures or algorithms
  • 1 year of experience implementing core Machine Learning (ML) concepts
  • Experience in TensorFlow

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