Staff Android Engineer, UI Framework, YouTube

YouTube's xplat Frameworks teams are seeking a Staff Android Engineer to join their UI Framework team. This role is crucial in building frameworks and tools that enable YouTube engineers to develop high-performance User Interfaces on mobile in a cross-platform way. The position involves working with the Elements framework, which allows developers to write UI components once for Android apps with server-side deployment capabilities.

The role requires a highly experienced Android developer with 8+ years of software development experience and deep expertise in Android application development. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining the Android Elements client runtime, troubleshooting complex performance issues, and leading strategic initiatives to advance the framework's capabilities.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll play a technical leadership role, mentoring junior developers and working closely with senior domain experts to shape the future of YouTube's mobile UI framework. The position offers competitive compensation ($189,000-$284,000) plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in UI library/framework development, API design, and working in complex, matrixed organizations. You'll be joining YouTube's mission to give everyone a voice and create a platform where stories can be shared and communities can thrive.

Working at YouTube means being at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, moving at the speed of culture with the goal of showing people the world. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on how millions of users experience YouTube on Android devices while working with a talented team of engineers committed to technical excellence.