Software Engineering Manager II, YouTube

YouTube is a video-sharing platform that believes in giving everyone a voice and building community through stories.
$189,000 - $284,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Software Engineering Manager II, YouTube

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Software Engineering Manager II to join their dynamic team. This role represents an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of video content delivery and community engagement at one of the world's most influential tech platforms.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $189,000 to $284,000, plus additional benefits, bonus, and equity. Based in either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, you'll be at the heart of YouTube's technical innovation.

As a Software Engineering Manager II, you'll be responsible for leading multiple engineering teams, developing technical strategies, and ensuring the successful delivery of large-scale projects. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, with a focus on both team management and hands-on technical contribution.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software development experience across various programming languages, including Python, Java, and JavaScript, combined with 3 years of technical leadership and 2 years of people management experience. You'll be expected to guide system designs, review code, and maintain high engineering standards while fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

At YouTube, you'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative content delivery, helping to build platforms that enable millions of users to share their stories and connect with others. The company culture emphasizes innovation, user impact, and the belief that everyone deserves to have a voice.

This role offers the opportunity to influence the direction of YouTube's technical infrastructure, mentor and develop engineering talent, and contribute to products that impact billions of users globally. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive technical excellence, and help shape the future of how people consume and share video content worldwide.

The position comes with Google's comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where technical innovation meets creative expression. Join YouTube to be part of a mission to show people the world and build communities through shared stories and experiences.

Last updated 12 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineering Manager II, YouTube

  • Set and communicate team priorities that support the broader organization's goals
  • Align strategy, processes, and decision-making across teams
  • Set clear expectations with individuals based on their level and role
  • Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development and provide feedback and coaching
  • Develop the mid-term technical vision and roadmap within the scope of your team(s)
  • Design, guide and vet systems designs within the scope of the broader area
  • Write product or system development code to solve ambiguous problems
  • Review code developed by other engineers and provide feedback to ensure best practices

Requirements For Software Engineering Manager II, YouTube

Python
Java
JavaScript
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript)
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role
  • 2 years of experience in people management, supervision/team leadership role
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization (preferred)

Benefits For Software Engineering Manager II, YouTube

  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package (specific details not provided)

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