Software Engineer III, AI/ML, YouTube

A platform where everyone can share their story, explore what they love, and connect with others, working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity.
$141,000 - $202,000
Machine Learning
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
AI

Description For Software Engineer III, AI/ML, YouTube

YouTube, a leading platform in content sharing and community building, is seeking a Software Engineer III specializing in AI/ML. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative expression, where you'll work on developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users worldwide.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on specialized machine learning areas, including speech/audio technology, reinforcement learning, and ML infrastructure. You'll be responsible for implementing complex ML solutions, optimizing models, and handling data processing at scale. The role requires strong software development skills combined with specific expertise in machine learning technologies.

As part of Google's ecosystem, you'll have the chance to work on projects critical to the company's needs, with opportunities for growth and team transitions as the business evolves. The collaborative environment encourages leadership, versatility, and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges across the full technology stack.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $141,000 to $202,000 base salary, plus additional benefits including bonus and equity. YouTube's mission of giving everyone a voice and creating a platform where stories can be shared makes this an impactful role where your work will directly contribute to how people connect and explore content worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation with at least 2 years of software development experience, proven expertise in data structures and algorithms, and specialized knowledge in machine learning infrastructure. You'll be part of a team that values accessibility, innovation, and the power of technology to bring people together through shared experiences.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer III, AI/ML, YouTube

  • Write product or system development code
  • Collaborate with peers and stakeholders through design and code reviews
  • Contribute to existing documentation or educational content
  • Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve issues
  • Implement solutions in specialized ML areas, utilize ML infrastructure, and contribute to model optimization and data processing

Requirements For Software Engineer III, AI/ML, YouTube

Python
Java
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree
  • 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms
  • 1 year of experience with speech/audio, reinforcement learning, ML infrastructure, or specialization in another ML field
  • 1 year of experience with ML infrastructure (model deployment, evaluation, optimization, data processing, debugging)

Benefits For Software Engineer III, AI/ML, YouTube

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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